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Visit the V&A for free and explore its collections of art, design and performance from around the world. Discover exhibitions on Japan, Tropical Modernism, Fragile Beauty and more.
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The Victoria and Albert Museum (abbreviated V&A) in London is the world's largest museum of applied arts, decorative arts and design, housing a permanent collection of over 2.27 million objects. It was founded in 1852 and named after Queen Victoria and Prince Albert .
Learn about the V&A, a family of museums dedicated to creativity and design, with over 2.8 million objects spanning 5,000 years. Discover its history, mission, strategic objectives, international and national work, FuturePlan, and job opportunities.
Explore the V&A's venues in London, Dundee, Stoke-on-Trent and Bethnal Green, where you can enjoy free exhibitions and events on design, art and culture. Find out how to plan your visit, opening times and what's on at each location.
5 days ago · Victoria and Albert Museum, British museum that houses what is generally regarded as the world’s greatest collection of the decorative arts. Pieces include European sculpture, ceramics, furniture, metalwork, jewelry, and textiles from the early medieval period to the present day.
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In 1899 Queen Victoria, in one of her last public appearances, finally renamed it as Victoria and Albert Museum. This remarkable museum, with an ever growing gigantic collection, is free to public. The exhibits, or their replicas, are displayed very artistically over several blocks and floors.
May 13, 2024 · Paintings, ceramics, photography, fashion, furniture and more: The Victoria and Albert Museum is a treasure trove of art and design. Here’s one besotted visitor’s plan for taking it all in.
