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Drop in Design at V&A
Head to the free Drop in Design at V&A events and get creative over the weekend and during the school holidaysVictoria and Albert MuseumCromwell Road,London,SW7 2RL,United Kingdom
When
07 September 2008 -
02 September 2012 10.30am - 5pm every Sunday
Jain Manuscripts
Highly detailed illustrated manuscript pages from the 15th to the 19th century, together with book covers and paintings on cloth.
When
Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Dec 31 2012
Victoria & Albert Museum
World renowned museum of art and design, with unrivalled collections of artefacts from the past 3,000 years including a dazzling array of ceramics, fashion, furniture, glass, jewellery, metalwork, paintings, photographs, sculpture and textiles. At weekends and during half term and school holidays, there is a multitude of family-oriented drop-in sessions.
When
Jan-Dec, Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, selected galleries open after 6pm, closed Dec 24-26
Cost
free, charge for some exhibitions
Japanese Enamels: The Seven Treasures
More than 120 cloisonne-enamelled objects and vases from the late-17th century to the 20th century by artists and designers including Hayashi Kodenji, Namikawa Yasuyuki of Kyoto and Namikawa Sosuke of Tokyo.
When
Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Aug 19 2012
Beautifully Bitten: Acid-etched Metal In Europe 1500-1750
Historical weapons, armour, tools and locks with etched-metal designs, from southern Germany and northern Italy.
When
Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Jun 30
House of Annie Lennox at V&A
An exhibition entitled the House of Annie Lennox at V&A Museum takes place as part of their Postmodernism exhibition this winter, as the international singer showcases her varied talentsVictoria and Albert MuseumCromwell Road,London,SW7 2RL,United Kingdom
When
15 September 2011 -
26 February 2012 10am - 5.45pm
The House Of Annie Lennox
Featuring costumes, videos, interviews, images and personal objects, exploring the image, inspiration and style of Annie Lennox, presented in collaboration with the singer-songwriter.
When
From Sep 15, Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Feb 26
Heroes And Heroines
Objects from the museum's collections exploring inspirational figures from the worlds of religion, mythology, folk tales and popular culture.
When
Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Apr 25
Venetian Visions: The Art Of Canaletto, Tiepolo, Carlevarijs And Their Contemporaries 1700-1800
Historical prints, drawings, textiles, ceramics and glass from the museum's collections.
When
Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Apr 1
Ai Weiwei: Dropping The Urn (Ceramic Works, 5000 BC - AD 2010)
Installations, films, ceramics and objects investigating the effects of rapid globalisation and capitalism on traditional Chinese production techniques and cultural heritage.
When
Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Mar 18
Porcelain City: Jingdezhen
Contemporary ceramics made in collaboration with the factories in China's most historically important city for the production of porcelain, by Roger Law, Felicity Aylieff, Ah Xian and Takeshi Yasuda.
When
Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Mar 25
Charles Dickens (1812-70): A Bicentenary Display
Original manuscripts by the well-known writer, focusing on his most autobiographical novel, David Copperfield.
When
Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Apr 1
Albertopolis: The Development Of South Kensington And The Exhibition Road Cultural Quarter
Drawings, paintings and objects from the V&A and RIBA collection highlighting Prince Albert's cultural and architectural aspirations.
When
Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Apr 29
Rabindranath Tagore: Poet And Painter
Paintings from the early-20th century by the Indian poet best known for being the first non-European writer to be awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature.
When
From Dec 11, Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Mar 4
Beatrix Potter Country: A Legacy In Lakeland And Beyond
Drawings and paintings reflecting Potter's deep connections with the Lake District, exploring the role of her legacy in the preservation of British heritage.
When
Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Jun 10
Golden Spider Silk
Contemporary textiles, featuring a brocaded shawl made from the silk of more than one million female golden orb-weaver spiders collected in Madagascar, together information and a video explaining the process.
When
Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, ends Jun 5
Spider Silk Scarf at V&A
A stunning golden spider silk scarf at V&A makes part of a very special display during
2012 as the one off piece, made from over a million spiders' silk,Victoria and Albert MuseumCromwell Road,London,SW7 2RL,United Kingdom
When
25 January 2012 -
05 June 2012 10am - 6pm
Queen Elizabeth II By Cecil Beaton: A Diamond Jubilee Celebration
Official and informal portraits of Queen Elizabeth II, depicting the monarch in her roles as princess, mother, sister and head of state, shown together with film clips, letters and diaries.
When
From Feb 8, Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, ends Apr 22
Cost
£6, OAP/NUS/unwaged/ages 12-17 £5, Art Fund £2.50 & £3, family £11 & £17, disabled/disabled carer/under 12s free
The Queen by Cecil Beaton Exhibition
The Queen by Cecil Beaton exhibition takes place at the V&A Museum during 2012 to celebrate the Diamond JubileeVictoria and Albert MuseumCromwell Road,London,SW7 2RL,United Kingdom
When
08 February 2012 -
22 April 2012 10am - 6pm
The Imagination Station
Make a spider and weave a web in a drop-in activity.
When
Feb 11-19, 10.30am-5pm
Anna Dello Russo: Talk
The editor-at-large and creative consultant for Vogue Japan talks about Italian fashion.
Friday Late at V&A
Stay up late with the Friday Late at V&A Museum.Victoria and Albert MuseumCromwell Road,London,SW7 2RL,United Kingdom
When
24 February 2012 -
24 February 2012 6.30pm - 10pm
Michel Mossessian: Talk
The architect discusses his ongoing projects and his principle of the urban room.
Albertopolis: The Development Of South Kensington's Cultural Quarter: Talk
Susan Pugh discusses the subject.
Zoe Wanamaker: Talk
The actress talks to Sarah Crompton about her portfolio.
Queen Elizabeth II By Cecil Beaton: Lecture
Susanna Brown discusses the photographer's influences and his fascination with monarchy and celebrity.
Hugo Burnard: Talk
The portrait photographer discusses his work.
Behind The Scenes: Introduction To Pest Management: Talk
Val Blyth discusses how the museum collections are protected.
Transformation And Revelation: Gormley To Gaga. UK Design For Performance 2007-2011
A celebration shown through drawings, scale model designs, photographs, costumes and installation, of over 30 British theatre designers, architects and artists including Antony Gormley, Rae Smith, Ralph Koltai and Es Devlin.
When
From Mar 17, Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm
British Design 1948-2012: Innovation In The Modern Age
A major exhibition detailing the story of British graphic design, from the 1948 'Austerity Olympics' period, to the current day. The display includes a 1961 E-type Jaguar, a six metre model of Concorde, and an evening dress by Alexander McQueen. Sponsored by Ernst & Young.
When
From Mar 31, Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, closing commences 5.35pm, Fri 10am-10pm, closing commences 9.50pm, ends Aug 12
Cost
£12, concs available
British Design Exhibition London
The British Design exhibition London event taking place at the V&A Museum during 2012 aims to highlight the best in British creative design talent from 1948 to 2012Victoria and Albert MuseumCromwell Road,London,SW7 2RL,United Kingdom
When
31 March 2012 -
12 August 2012 10am - 5.45pm
Ballgowns Exhibition at V&A
A stunning ballgowns exhibition at V&A Museum takes place in the newly restored Fashion Galleries for 2012, bringing the glamour of British ballgowns to museum visitors from the 1950s to present dayVictoria and Albert MuseumCromwell Road,London,SW7 2RL,United Kingdom
When
19 May 2012 -
06 January 2013 10am - 5.45pm
Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950
An exhibition of around 60 ballgowns dating from 1950 to the present day, showcasing British designers including Norman Hartnell and Alexander McQueen, worn by a number of public figures and celebrities including Elizabeth The Queen Mother, Princess Diana and Bianca Jagger. Sponsored by Coutts.
When
From May 19, Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.45pm, Fri 10am-10pm, ends Jan 6
Cost
£10, concs available
Hollywood Costume
An exploration of the role that costume design plays in cinema, featuring over 100 costumes including Dorothy's pinafore dress from The Wizard of Oz, Holly Golightly's dress by Hubert De Givenchy, from Breakfast at Tiffany's, and costumes worn by Meryl Streep in The Iron Lady, designed by Consolata Boyle. Sponsored by Harry Winston.
When
From Oct 20, Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.30pm, last entry 5pm, Fri 10am-9.30pm, last entry 9pm, closed Dec 24-26, ends Jan 27
Cost
£15.80, students, child 12-17, ES40 holders £10.60, senior citizen £12.60, family of 3 (one adult, two children) £26.20, family of 4 (two adults, two children) £40.70