Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to Host First Major McCartney and Wings Exhibit

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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio will open a new exhibit on May 15 featuring a collection of Paul McCartney's personal items from his solo career and time with the band Wings. The exhibit, titled "Paul McCartney and Wings", will include instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos, and tour memorabilia spanning from McCartney's 1970 solo debut through the formation and breakup of Wings in 1981.

Why it matters

This will be the first major museum exhibit to focus on McCartney's work outside of the Beatles, providing fans a rare glimpse into his creative process and personal archives. The exhibit comes at a time when McCartney's entire career is being celebrated, with upcoming biopics and documentaries also in the works.

The details

The exhibit will feature items from McCartney's personal collection as well as donations from former Wings band members and associates. It will focus on the period between McCartney's 1970 solo debut and the 1981 breakup of Wings. Tickets for the exhibit are on sale now at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland.

• The exhibit opens on May 15, 2026 at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio.
• McCartney was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame twice - as a member of the Beatles in 1988 and as a solo artist in 1999.

What’s next

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