The Independent Partners with Tate Britain for Lee Miller Retrospective

The Independent has been announced as the exclusive media partner for the upcoming Lee Miller retrospective at Tate Britain. Scheduled to run from October 2, 2025, to February 15, 2026, this exhibition will be the largest showcase of Miller’s work ever held in the United Kingdom. This partnership marks a significant milestone as it is the first time Tate Britain has collaborated with a fully digital publication for one of its major exhibitions.

The retrospective will feature around 230 vintage and modern prints, many of which will be displayed for the first time. These works will document Miller’s remarkable career, which encompassed her time as a model in New York, her photography during the pre-war years in Paris and Cairo, and her impactful photojournalism from World War II. Additionally, attendees can expect to see a rare self-portrait from the studio of Austrian artist Oscar Kokoschka from 1950.

The partnership will leverage The Independent’s extensive reach, with content produced across its editorial, social media, and commercial teams. This includes contributions from sister sites, BuzzFeed UK and Tasty UK. Current statistics reveal that approximately 24 percent of Tate Members are readers of The Independent, highlighting the publication’s strong connection with art enthusiasts. Furthermore, more than half of The Independent’s readers express an interest in the arts or have visited museums and galleries in the UK. The publication’s audience is 27 percent more likely to engage with culture and photography compared to the average UK population.

This collaboration reflects The Independent’s broader strategy of partnering with leading cultural events across various fields, including literature, music, and the arts. Previous partnerships include successful collaborations with the Henley Literary Festival and Latitude festival. The campaign surrounding the Lee Miller exhibition will encompass news coverage, reviews, and features in The Independent’s newsletters like Morning Headlines, Women, Culture, View from Westminster, and Lifestyle.

The Independent’s in-house production team, known as Independent Studio, will also contribute by featuring guests involved in the exhibition on their podcasts, including “Like This, Love This.” All content will be shared across The Independent’s social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, and Bluesky. Readers can expect exclusive offers and events related to the exhibition, with The Independent’s branding featured prominently in the exhibition’s marketing materials.

Regarding this significant partnership, The Independent’s Editor-in-Chief, Geordie Greig, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “We are so pleased to be the media partner of Tate for an exhibition of such scale and cultural significance. Lee Miller at Tate Britain will showcase a truly spectacular collection of writing and art.” He emphasized Miller’s commitment to documenting history with courage and honesty, values that resonate with the publication’s mission.

Liam Darbon, Director of Audiences and Innovation at Tate, shared similar sentiments: “We’re delighted to partner with The Independent on our Lee Miller retrospective at Tate Britain. This landmark exhibition—the largest of her work ever staged—offers a rare chance to explore the extraordinary life of one of the 20th century’s most urgent artistic and journalistic voices.” He noted that the partnership aims to enhance public engagement with Miller’s enduring legacy.

Tickets for the exhibition, along with related events, can be booked through Tate Britain’s website.