The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will open its new exhibit “Paul McCartney and Wings” on May 15, marking the first major museum exhibition dedicated to McCartney’s groundbreaking 1970s band. The exhibit explores how Wings became a defining force in rock, bridging the period between the end of The Beatles and a new era of global pop dominance.
Drawing from the most extensive collection of items from McCartney’s personal archives ever made publicly accessible, along with contributions from band members and associates, the exhibit traces his post-Beatles reinvention. From his 1970 self-titled debut album through the formation of Wings and the band’s run until 1981, the exhibition follows a transformative chapter in music history.
Visitors can expect never-before-displayed artifacts including instruments used in Wings’ recording sessions and live shows, stage clothing, handwritten lyrics, original artwork, tour memorabilia, and rare photography. The experience will be immersive, incorporating archival video, audio, and imagery to bring the era to life. “Paul McCartney and Wings” is made possible in part by support from Raymond James.