Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm – Dates, Tickets, Exhibitors & Guide

📍 North America (USA)

6 November 2025 – 26 January 2026

Frist Art Museum, Nashville, Tennessee

📍 Event Overview

Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm

This exhibition is a rare chance to step into the private visual diary of a global icon. Between December 1963 and February 1964, Paul McCartney — then just 21 years old — documented the world around him with a 35mm camera. The photographs capture The Beatles’ breakthrough era: their final months before conquering America, their chaotic first U.S. tour, the quiet countryside moments in England, the restless hours in airports and hotels, and the sudden glare of world fame.

Dates:

6 November 2025 – 26 January 2026
Location:

Frist Art Museum, Nashville, Tennessee

Over 250 black-and-white and color photographs — most never seen publicly — will be on view. This is not a story of polished celebrity, but of youth, intimacy, and change, seen through the eyes of one of music’s greatest storytellers. 🎶📸

Mission:

"It’s not only about nostalgia — it’s about how art captures transformation".
Organizer:

Frist Art Museum in collaboration with the National Portrait Gallery, London

🎯 Key Highlights of Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm

✨ Over 250 photographs — many never exhibited before.
✨ Rare color shots, breaking the monochrome mood.
✨ Famous moments: The Beatles arriving at JFK Airport, appearing on the Ed Sullivan Show, and first encounters with U.S. crowds.
✨ Tender personal photos: family scenes, quiet countryside walks, playful snapshots of Lennon, Harrison, and Starr.
✨ Multimedia experience: audio clips, archival videos, and interviews with McCartney about the rediscovered negatives.

Why attend to Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm?

To see history in the making, through the eyes of someone living it.
To experience The Beatles not as gods of music, but as four young men laughing, traveling, and dreaming.
To enjoy an exhibition that blends music, photography, and cultural history.
To step into a story where art meets youth, rebellion, and memory.
Because this is the closest you’ll ever get to traveling with the Beatles in 1963–64.

🎟️ Ticket Information

• Official website: fristartmuseum.org

🚗 Getting There:

✈️ By Air: Nashville International Airport (BNA) is ~15 minutes from downtown by car/taxi.
🚗 By Car: Frist Art Museum is located on Broadway, central Nashville, with multiple parking garages nearby.
🚌 Public Transport: Buses run frequently through downtown; stops within 5 minutes of the museum.
🚶 On Foot: If you’re staying in central Nashville, the museum is walkable from most hotels.

🏨 Accommodation

Gwangju offers a wide range of options for every budget:
• 🏙 Downtown hotels (5–10 min walk): Hilton Nashville Downtown, Omni Nashville, Hyatt Place.
• 💸 Mid-range stays: boutique hotels in SoBro district, often with live music bars nearby.
• 🌿 Unique stays: Airbnb lofts in historic Music Row for a local vibe.

💡 Book early — the show coincides with Nashville’s autumn music season, when rooms fill up quickly

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🎨 Gallery: Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm

History of Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm

In 1963, The Beatles were still “the next big thing” in the UK, unaware of the hurricane of Beatlemania about to hit.
McCartney carried his own camera, documenting not only the concerts, but the in-between spaces — trains, hotels, backstage lounges, and rare private hours.
The negatives were stored away for decades, only resurfacing recently.
In 2023, the National Portrait Gallery in London first showcased them in an exhibition, sparking global fascination.
Now, in 2025–2026, the collection travels to Nashville, where the story of the Beatles’ “storm years” can be experienced in the heart of Music City.

🎨 Mission of Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm

The exhibition seeks to:
• Reframe Paul McCartney not only as a musician, but also as a visual storyteller.
• Preserve pop culture memory: showing how photography and music together shaped the spirit of the 1960s.
• Reveal the human side of stardom: behind the screaming fans and flashing lights, a young man’s candid gaze.
• Connect generations: visitors can compare their own youthful moments with McCartney’s journey from Liverpool lad to global legend.

💡 Tips for Visitors of Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm

🕒 Plan at least 1–2 hours — the show is photo-heavy and worth slow looking.
🎧 Bring headphones: some sections allow you to listen to Beatles tracks while viewing.
📚 Don’t miss the exhibition catalogue — it includes all images + commentary.
📸 Photos are often small-format — don’t rush, lean in to catch the details.
🍔 Frist Museum café offers Beatles-themed treats during the run.

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