Diesel Streets: A Peterborough Wall Story, a major solo exhibition by local street artist Nathan ‘Nyces’ Murdoch has opened ay Peterborough Museum & Art Gallery, from 7 February to 23 May 2026.

The show presents more than two decades of graffiti, murals and urban expression from across the city, bringing the energy of street art indoors and reframing it as an important cultural narrative. Combining large-scale works, archival material and newly created pieces, Diesel Streets traces the evolution of Peterborough’s graffiti scene from industrial backstreets to its contemporary artistic significance.

Murdoch’s art, rooted in estates, shuttered shops and hidden corners of the city, speaks to broader themes of identity, class, belonging and resilience. Rather than viewing graffiti as vandalism, the exhibition positions it as testimony – a visual record of lived experience and local creativity.

Alongside the visuals, the museum is hosting a free programme of artist-led events for all ages. Highlights include a tribute to Y2SK8, an influential hub of Peterborough’s subcultural history, and an interactive installation where visitors can add their name to a train – a nod to graffiti traditions of presence and legacy. Friday evening talks begin with In Conversation with Nathan Murdoch on 13 February, and there will be creative workshops over the Easter holidays.

The exhibition is funded by Arts Council England, supported by Peterborough Positive, and presented in partnership with Gladstone Connect. Murdoch said the show is “flowers for Peterborough’s subculture” that shaped his life and art. Organisers hope it will draw fresh attention to the city’s vibrant visual identity and encourage engagement with creative expression beyond conventional gallery walls.

For further details on times and events, Peterborough Museum & Art Gallery’s website lists the full programme – https://peterboroughmuseum.org.uk/events/diesel-streets