On the first Thursday of every month, Whitechapel Gallery celebrates the vibrancy of East London’s art community with curated recommendations for free exhibitions, music events, book launches, and more.
Explore galleries, artist-run spaces, and studios in our local area using our First Thursdays online listings to guide you. Alternatively, pick up a printed copy of the recommended programme from the Gallery foyer.
Get inspired – check out our latest Top 5 galleries and exhibitions, or follow one of our recommended Walking Routes to make the most out of your First Thursday.
A powerful exhibit of letters, poems and artwork dedicated to the young people of Palestine, created around the world by both adults and children.
Ontrēp’s launch exhibition ‘Aldehyde’ will present art and design works by Josephine Baker (UK), Rokas Dovydėnas (LT), Lucas Dupuy (UK) and Arnaud Eubelen (BE). The pop-up exhibition opening is on the 5th of December, 6-9pm.
