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

Exhibit to feature instruments, outfits, lyrics, photos, and tour memorabilia from McCartney's post-Beatles career

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio will host a new exhibit this summer featuring a rare collection of Paul McCartney and Wings memorabilia from the musician's personal archive as well as donations from band members and associates. 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 unique opportunity for fans to get an in-depth look at McCartney's creative output and musical journey in the years following the breakup of the Beatles. It comes at a time when various other McCartney-related projects, including biopics and documentaries, are also being released, further fueling interest in this era of the legendary musician's career.

The details

The exhibit will feature a collection of McCartney's instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos, and tour memorabilia from his 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 - as a member of the Beatles in 1988 and as a solo artist in 1999.

  • The exhibit will open on May 15, 2026 at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio.

The players

Paul McCartney

A legendary British musician who rose to fame as a member of the Beatles and later formed the band Wings, which was active from 1971 to 1981.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

A museum and hall of fame located in Cleveland, Ohio that honors the greatest and most influential artists, producers, and other notable figures in the history of rock and roll music.

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What’s next

Tickets for the "Paul McCartney and Wings" exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame are now on sale.

The takeaway

The upcoming Rock & Roll Hall of Fame exhibit showcases the depth and breadth of Paul McCartney's musical legacy beyond the Beatles, highlighting his creative output and the enduring impact of his post-Beatles band, Wings.