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Art Transforms London Underground in 2026
9 Jan
Summary
- Five new art commissions will debut across the TfL network in 2026.
- Themes explore lost waterways, venues, and night-time workers' labor.
- Installations feature artists like Phoebe Boswell and Caroline Walker.
In 2026, Art on the Underground is set to unveil five new commissioned pieces across various sites on the Transport for London (TfL) network. These installations are designed to enrich daily commutes and celebrate the capital's rich tapestry of stories.
The overarching theme for this year's project explores overlooked aspects of public space, including London's lost waterways, historical performance venues, and the often-unseen labor of nocturnal workers. This initiative promises to spark conversation and connect communities through art.
Notable contributions include Phoebe Boswell's work at Bethnal Green and Notting Hill stations, Ellen Gallagher's design for the Tube map, an audio installation by Ain Bailey at Waterloo, Caroline Walker's spotlight on TfL's night-shift women at Stratford, and Hurvin Anderson's mural at Brixton station.
