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With galleries, studios and gardens, Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration will be the place to make, see and talk about illustration.

We’ll open in May 2026 in Clerkenwell, London. Until then, follow our progress and make your mark on the project.

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Make your mark

Support the new landmark for illustration
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Mailing list

Get updates on our progress and opening
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History

Discover the story of New River Head

The project

Quentin Blake set out to create the UK’s first centre for illustration in 2002

Frequently asked questions

Answers to your questions about the Centre

News

Project updates from our team

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A photograph of a man with glasses sitting at a wooden desk, with open sketchbooks, pens and pencils. In the background some 3D models are displayed on the wall.
A photograph of the architect Tim Ronalds standing in front of a large banner with an illustration of a fantastical dragon-like creature holding a red envelope with the words "Special Messenger"

Heritage

Research and projects about our local area by communities, illustrators and historians

Take a tour

Our virtual tour takes you inside the buildings we are working to restore