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Visit the V&A for free and explore its collections of photography, fashion, modernism and more. Don't miss the new exhibition Fragile Beauty: Photographs from the Sir Elton John and David Furnish Collection.
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The history of the photography collection in the V&A is...
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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.
- 1852; 171 years ago
- Non-departmental public body of the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport
- Museum of Manufactures, South Kensington Museum
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, collections, international and national work, FuturePlan, jobs and reports.
4 days ago · 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.
Dec 2, 2023 · Learn about the history, collections, and highlights of the V&A, one of the world's richest and most eclectic museums. Discover the Chihuly chandelier, the Hereford screen, the Great Bed of Ware, the Ardabil carpet, and more.
May 9, 2024 · 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.
