Exhibition celebrating Kurt Cobain is set to take place in Kildare

Culture
20 Oct 23

American singer and guitarist Kurt Cobain (1967 - 1994), performs with his group Nirvana at a taping of the television program 'MTV Unplugged,' New York, New York, Novemeber 18, 1993. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Getty Images)

Ali Toohey

The Exhibition will take place in Newbridge, Co. Kildare, showcasing a range of memorabilia in tribute to the late Nirvana frontman.

An exhibition entitled, Kurt Cobain, Nevermind is taking place at The Museum of Style Icons in Newbridge, Co. Kildare, next week.

The event is in conjunction with Julien's Auctions and has been labelled as a "must-see" for Nirvana fans. It is set to feature some very rare and valuable items that were treasured by the musician, who died in 1994 at age 27.

The exhibition will feature musical instruments, handwritten letters and stage outfits, including the frontman's infamous Levi jeans which he wore while performing many gigs.

Cobain's blue Skystang I Fender Mustang electric guitar will go on display for the final time at the event before being auctioned.

Fans may recognise the guitar from Nirvana's 1993 and 1994 gigs including the band’s final performance with Cobain at Terminal Einz in Munich in March 1994. This concert was just over a month before the singer’s tragic death. The guitar is valued at between one to two million dollars.

Kurt Cobain, Nevermind takes place in The Museum of Style Icons in Newbridge, Co. Kildare from 24 to 26 October 2023.