Paul McCartney and Wings Exhibit Heads to Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

The first major museum show to feature McCartney's post-Beatles band opens this summer in Cleveland.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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A collection of Paul McCartney's personal instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos, and tour memorabilia from his time with the band Wings will be featured in a new exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio. The exhibit, titled "Paul McCartney and Wings", will focus on the period from McCartney's 1970 solo debut through the formation and breakup of Wings in 1981.

Why it matters

This exhibit provides a rare, in-depth look at McCartney's creative output and career trajectory in the years immediately following the breakup of the Beatles. It offers fans and music historians a unique opportunity to explore this pivotal chapter in the legendary artist's life and work.

The details

The exhibit will include items from McCartney's personal archive as well as donations from former Wings members and associates. It will open on May 15 at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, where McCartney has been inducted twice - once as a member of the Beatles in 1988 and again as a solo artist in 1999.

  • The exhibit opens on May 15, 2026.
  • Tickets for the exhibit are on sale now.

The players

Paul McCartney

A legendary English singer-songwriter who rose to fame as a member of the Beatles and later formed the band Wings.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

A museum and hall of fame located in Cleveland, Ohio that honors the greatest artists and innovators in rock and roll music.

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What they’re saying

“This exhibit provides a rare, in-depth look at McCartney's creative output and career trajectory in the years immediately following the breakup of the Beatles.”

— Mark Kennedy, AP Entertainment Writer (AP News)

What’s next

The exhibit is scheduled to open on May 15, 2026 and tickets are currently on sale.

The takeaway

The "Paul McCartney and Wings" exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame offers fans a unique opportunity to explore a pivotal chapter in the legendary artist's career, showcasing his creative output and personal memorabilia from his time with the band Wings.