COMICS tells the story of comic art in Britain – from the famous to the forgotten. Discover the birth of the comic strip, travel through the anarchic worlds of Beano, Viz and 2000AD, meet iconic superheroes, and learn how legendary artists such as David Lloyd and Bryan Talbot cemented Britain’s legacy as a powerhouse in the world of comics.

How did comic strips first get popular in Victorian Britain? What’s the story behind Dennis the Menace? Who was the first British superhero? Discover all of this and more in this flagship exhibition, available for museum bookings from 2024 – 150 years after the publication of the first British comic paper, Funny Folks.

Expand your horizons and hear the untold stories of comic art – girls’ comics, underground zine movements and the young artists of today. Experience the humour, adventure and wonder in each square panel, and even get inspired to pick up a pencil yourself.

This exhibition reveals some of the most iconic, nostalgic and surprising artworks from the Cartoon Museum’s collection. The Cartoon Museum is the only museum in Britain committed to the collection, preservation and display of comic and cartoon history – and we are ecstatic to have the opportunity to share this incredible collection with new audiences.

50 - 100 framed works along with ready to print interpretation panels, Comics: The Famous & Forgotten is an exciting edition to any gallery space. Enquire today for more information.