Exhibitions

Exhibitions, photographs and original objects from music history

A Piece of His Own creates independent exhibitions dedicated to music memory, author photography and original objects connected with Queen, Freddie Mercury and rock culture. Each project brings together photographic archives, private collections, cultural venues and stories that bring the public closer to the real history of the artists.

Exhibitions

Current exhibitions

Queen The Last Tour

Museo Internazionale e Biblioteca della Musica

Strada Maggiore 34, 40125 Bologna, Italia

10 July - 11 October 2026

A Piece of His Own home visual for Bologna

© Torleif Svensson / Queen The Last Tour

A photographic exhibition dedicated to Queen's final tour through the lens of Torleif Svensson. The images are accompanied by original Queen and Freddie Mercury memorabilia, including selected items never exhibited before, in dialogue with the Museum's 16th to 18th-century musical heritage.

Meet the Legends

Casino Barrière Montreux

Rue du Théâtre 9, 1820 Montreux, Svizzera

18 June - 5 September 2026

A Piece of His Own home visual for Montreux

© Torleif Svensson / Meet the Legends

A curated photographic route inside Casino Barrière Montreux that celebrates music legends through selected images by Torleif Svensson. The Queen area, presented in the Lucky Bar context, includes five dedicated photographs as a focused tribute within the wider project.

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Exhibition archive

Past exhibitions trace the journey of A Piece of His Own through cities, cultural venues and collaborations shaped around music photography, original objects and the memory of Queen.

A Piece of His Own - A Kind of Vision

Fondation Maison Visinand

Rue du Pont 32, 1820 Montreux, Svizzera

2 September - 23 November 2025

Sala con chitarre Brian May Special esposte nella mostra A Piece of His Own - A Kind of Vision presso la Fondation Maison Visinand di Montreux

© A Piece of His Own

An immersive exhibition dedicated to Freddie Mercury, Queen and Brian May, built around original objects, signed guitars, memorabilia and materials from private collections.

Queen Unseen | Peter Hince

Asilo Ciani

Viale C. Cattaneo 5, 6900 Lugano, Svizzera

3 July - 24 August 2025

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© Pascal Casadei van Raamsdonk / A Piece of His Own

The only Swiss stop of Queen Unseen, presented in Lugano with photographs by Peter Hince, previously unseen images, original memorabilia and an intimate view of Queen across backstage moments, tours, studio work and private time.

Queen Unseen | Peter Hince

Palazzo Guinigi

Via Guinigi 29, 55100 Lucca LU, Italia

3 April - 29 June 2025

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A Piece of His Own / Blu&Blu Network

An exhibition dedicated to Queen and Freddie Mercury through the photographs of Peter Hince, a historic member of the band's crew, together with original memorabilia, video and editorial rarities.

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Venues, media and collaborations

A Piece of His Own works with museums, foundations, festivals, cultural venues and independent partners to create exhibitions that combine documentary value, exhibition quality and audience engagement. Collaborations may include photographic projects, original memorabilia displays, special events, artist encounters, media kits, press activities and dedicated content.

  • Exhibitions in cultural, museum and music venues in Italy and Switzerland.
  • Projects developed with photographers, collectors, lenders, curators and local partners.
  • Press materials, media content and narrative paths designed for audiences, institutions and sponsors.
  • Opportunities to develop new collaborations with venues, festivals, foundations and cultural partners.
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FAQ

What is A Piece of His Own?+

A Piece of His Own is an independent exhibition project dedicated to music memory, author photography and original objects connected with Queen, Freddie Mercury and rock culture. It turns archives, private collections and music stories into public experiences.

Are the Queen and Freddie Mercury exhibitions official?+

No. Exhibitions curated by A Piece of His Own are independent curatorial projects and are not official Queen or Freddie Mercury exhibitions. They are not sponsored, supported by or affiliated with Queen Productions Limited, Mercury Songs Limited or Mercury Songs New Holdco Limited. The project is based on curatorial research, collector-owned materials, properly credited photography and a consistent commitment to respecting artists, photographers, collectors and rights holders. Rights holders are always informed, and their guidance is implemented whenever relevant.

Where are the next exhibitions taking place?+

The announced upcoming exhibitions are Queen The Last Tour at the Museo Internazionale e Biblioteca della Musica in Bologna, a photographic exhibition by Torleif Svensson accompanied by original Queen and Freddie Mercury memorabilia, including items never exhibited before, and Meet the Legends at Casino Barrière Montreux.

What kind of objects are exhibited?+

The exhibitions may include author photographs, clothing, instruments, memorabilia, books, catalogues, video, editorial materials and original objects from private collections or selected lenders.

Who are Peter Hince and Torleif Svensson?+

Peter Hince was a historic member of Queen's road crew and personal equipment manager for Freddie Mercury and John Deacon. Torleif Svensson is a photographer connected with the visual memory of the 1986 Magic Tour and other important moments in European music history.

Can venues or partners collaborate with A Piece of His Own?+

Yes. The project evaluates collaborations with museums, festivals, venues, foundations, sponsors, media partners, photographers and collectors interested in developing new exhibitions or special projects.

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Would you like to host, support or tell the story of an exhibition?

A Piece of His Own is open to collaborations with cultural venues, festivals, institutions, sponsors, media and collectors. Each project is built around the historical value of the objects, the quality of the exhibition and the emotional bond between audiences and music memory.