We’ve been treated to a fair few artworks by the elusive street artist who goes by the name of Banksy over the years. In 2024, it was all about his series of animals popping up across London streets for nine days in a row. In 2025, it’s been a quieter period, but today (August 6), it was announced that a piece by the Bristol artist will be on display at the London Transport Museum.
Over at the Covent Garden space centred around transport history in the capital, you’ll be able to see the street artist’s work sat behind protective glass for the public to view. Created in the classic Banksy style, it shows a rat hanging from the arm of a clock, and was first seen when it appeared on the TfL traffic signal box in Croydon before being used in a 2019 video the artist posted on Instagram.
Transport for London carefully removed the door of the signal controller cabinet to avoid the piece being damaged or stolen, before it was mounted onto a recreation of the cabinet body and put on display behind protective glass.
Speaking on the news, Elizabeth McKay, Director and CEO of London Transport Museum, said: “Banksy’s work always sparks a reaction – whether it’s funny, political, or makes you think – and people really connect with it. Banksy’s art is part of the city’s story, loved by Londoners and visitors alike. Whilst this artwork could not remain in its original location, it’s fantastic to display it here in the Museum for visitors to enjoy it up close.”
Earlier this year, it was also announced that the Banksy piranha artwork (as part of his aforementioned animal series) on a City of London police sentry box would be going on display at the new London Museum when it opens in 2026.
You can view Banksy’s artwork on the TfL traffic signal box now at the London Transport Museum (Covent Garden Piazza, WC2E 7BB). Read more about the museum and plan your visit here.
