Jacob Rothschild: Legacy Enriches National Collections Through Acceptance in Lieu
The late Jacob Rothschild 4th Baron(1936–2024), a towering figure in British cultural philanthropy, continues to shape the nation’s artistic heritage…
7 May 2025
V&A
Cartier
A major exhibition featuring more than 350 objects, including precious jewels, historic gemstones, iconic watches and clocks.
Daily 10:00 - 17:45 Fridays until 22:00
The Great Mughals: Art, Architecture And Opulence – Edited By Susan Stronge
The Great Mughals: Art, Architecture and Opulence, edited by Susan Stronge, is a visually rich journey through the splendour of Mughal art…
7 November 2024
The Great Mughals: Art Architecture and Opulence – V&A South Kensington
The Victoria and Albert Museum in London unveils its upcoming blockbuster exhibition, The Great Mughals: Art, Architecture and Opulence, on 9th November 2024.
31 October 2024
The Great Mughals: Art, Architecture and Opulence
This major exhibition will celebrate the extraordinary creative output and internationalist culture of the Golden Age of the Mughal Court (about 1560 – 1660)
daily 10.00–17.45 Friday until 22.00
Fragile Beauty: Photographs from the Sir Elton John and David Furnish Collection
Showcasing over 300 rare prints from 140 photographers, the exhibition will be a major presentation of twentieth and twenty-first-century photography on loan from the private collection of Sir Elton John and David Furnish.
Daily: 10.00 – 17.45 Friday: 10.00 – 22.00
Tropical Modernism: Architecture and Independence
Tropical Modernism was an architectural style developed in the hot, humid conditions of West Africa in the 1940s.
Daily: 10.00 – 17.45 Friday: 10.00 – 22.00
Missing UK Museum Objects: The Latest Story Behind The Vitrine
In recent months, UK Museum collections have come under intense scrutiny, with headlines echoing the ‘alleged’ thefts of up to 2000 objects…
10 January 2024
Sackler Wall Of Shame: V&A Dundee Removes Name From Donors List
The V&A museum in Dundee has removed all signs associated with the disgraced Sackler name.
5 September 2023
Gabrielle Chanel. Fashion Manifesto
The first UK exhibition dedicated to the work of French couturière, Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel
daily 10.00–17.45 Friday until 22.00
DIVA
DIVA will be the first exhibition of its kind to celebrate the extraordinary power and creativity of iconic performers
daily 10.00–17.45 Friday until 22.00
Donatello: The Divine Fused With The Human V&A – Revd Jonathan Evens
About one-third of the way into Donatello: Sculpting the Renaissance we encounter a ‘Virgin and Child’ tondo…
20 February 2023
Donatello: Sculpting the Renaissance
The first major UK exhibition to explore the exceptional talents of the Renaissance master Donatello, arguably the greatest sculptor of all time.
Daily 10.00 - 17.45 (Fridays until 22.00)
Sackler Name Removed From V&A Museum – Edward Colston Statue Appeal Court Decision – Whitney Biennial Curators Chosen
Sackler Name Removed From V&A Museum – Edward Colston Statue Appeal Court Decision – Whitney Biennial Curators Chosen
7 October 2022
Hallyu! The Korean Wave
Hallyu! The Korean Wave will showcase the colourful and dynamic popular culture of South Korea, exploring the makings of the Korean Wave and its global impact on the creative industries of cinema, drama, music, fandom, beauty and fashion.
Daily: 10.00–17.45 (Fridays 22.00)
Africa Fashion
Africa Fashion is a landmark exhibition celebrating the irresistible creativity, ingenuity and unstoppable global impact of contemporary African fashions.
Daily: 10.00 – 17.45 Friday: 10.00 – 22.00
Should The V&A Close Their Fabergé Egg Exhibition – Tate And RA Sever Relations With Russian Billionaires – Sotheby’s, Christie’s and Bonhams Cancel Russian Art Sales
Whenever you hear the name Fabergé, you think of opulent, lavish, jewelled, decorated, and, let’s face it, kitsch, Russian Imperial… Read More
16 March 2022
Fashioning Masculinities: The Art of Menswear
Fashioning Masculinities: The Art of Menswear will be the first major V&A exhibition to celebrate the power, artistry and diversity of masculine attire and appearance.
Daily 10:00 – 17:45
Beatrix Potter: Drawn to Nature
Celebrating the life and work of one of the best-loved children’s authors of the 20th century.
Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 – 17:45.
Fabergé: Lavish Opulent And Magnificently Kitsch – Bring On The Revolution!
Whenever you hear the name Fabergé, you think of opulent, lavish, jewelled, decorated and, let’s face it kitsch, Russian Imperial eggs.
18 November 2021
Fabergé in London: Romance to Revolution
This exhibition will explore master goldsmith, Carl Fabergé – whose internationally recognised firm symbolised Russian craftsmanship, luxury and elegance – and the Anglo-Russian relationship which saw the opening of a London branch in 1903.
Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 – 17:45
Epic Iran
Exploring 5,000 years of art, design and culture, Epic Iran will shine a light on one of the greatest historic civilisations, its journey into the 21st century and its monumental artistic achievements, which remain unknown to many
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Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser
Exploring its origins, adaptations and reinventions over 157 years, this immersive and theatrical show charts the evolution of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland from manuscript to a global phenomenon beloved by all ages.
Wednesday – Sunday, 10:00 – 17:00.
A Queer History Of Objects In The V&A Collection – Course
Many of the most prominent thinkers in the field of LGBTQ+ art history and culture, explore the queer objects found at the V&A and beyond.
5 February 2021
The Raphael Cartoons
Explore the Raphael Cartoons online
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London Galleries and Museums: The Lights Are On But No One’s Home – Steve Daszko
Lockdown II – When the first lockdown started in March last year, Tate, like all Art Galleries, suffered financially.
11 January 2021
Now The V&A Contemplates Mass Redundancies
The V&A (Victoria and Albert Museum) are contemplating mass redundancies a press release received on the Artlyst desk today states:
29 September 2020
V&A And Smithsonian Cancel Joint Venture Museum In East London
The V&A and Smithsonian have cancelled their joint venture in East London which would have seen the world-renowned institutions partner in creating a collaborative museum.
20 September 2020
Glastonbury
The V&A is hosting a seven-day online celebration of all things Glastonbury to coincide with the weekend when the world-famous festival was due to celebrate its 50th year.
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Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk
This exhibition will present the kimono as a dynamic and constantly evolving icon of fashion,
Daily: 10.00 – 17.45 Friday: 10.00 – 22.00
Filthy Lucre: Whistler’s Peacock Room Reimagined
This immersive installation by contemporary artist Darren Waterston presents a detailed and decadent interpretation of James Abbott McNeill Whistler’s famed Peacock Room, a sumptuous 19th-century interior.
Daily: 10.00 – 17.45 Friday: 10.00 – 22.00
Cars: Accelerating The Modern World
An exhibition looking at the car as the driving force that accelerated the pace of the 20th century.
Daily: 10.00 – 17.45 Friday: 10.00 – 22.00