The Victoria and Albert Museum |
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The V&A is the greatest museum of art and design, a world treasure house with collections of fabulous scope and diversity.
Share in 3000 years' worth of amazing artefacts from many of the world' richest cultures. Be inspired by ceramics, furniture, fashion, glass, jewellery, metalwork, photographs, sculpture, textiles and paintings. Experience the largest collection of Italian Renaissance sculpture outside Italy; enjoy the national collection of the paintings of John Constable; see the world renowned fashion collection; marvel at the Raphael cartoons and explore the national collection of the art of photography.
Inspirational, beautiful and unmatched in scope, the stunning British Galleries 1500 - 1900 tell the story of British design from the Tudor age to the Victorian era. From Chippendale to Morris, and Adam to Mackintosh, all of the top British Designers are represented along with some of Britain's most significant cultural treasures such as Henry VII's writing desk and the famous Great Bed of Ware. The wealth of exhibits is enhanced by computer interactives, objects to handle, video screens and audio programmes, ensuring a stimulating visitor experience to be enjoyed by all ages.
In addition to the permanent displays, there is an exciting programme of exhibitions, displays, activities and contemporary events. Join one of our many free guided tours and gallery talks or take a 'Trail' and discover the Museum at your own speed.
To help you enjoy your visit:
the galleries through drawing and making activities. At weekends and during holidays; call 020 7942 2211 for times and dates. 
Access for Visitors with Disabilities
The Museum has a wide range of services for disabled visitors, call 020 7942 2002 for details. There is full access to the galleries.
Lectures, Study Days and Courses
Courses are offered for beginners and experts alike on a wide range of subjects from tapestries to photography. Please call for further details.
Beyond South Kensington
The V&A also runs The V&A Museum of Childhood in Bethnal Green, with one of the largest and oldest collection of toys and childhood artefacts in the world. For more information visit www.vam.ac.uk/moc or call 020 8983 5200. The Theatre Museum (020 7943 4700) The National Museum of the Performing Arts, holding the world's largest and most important collections relating to the British stage.
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Opening Times
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(2007 times)
Daily: 10:00 - 17:45 and 10.00 - 22.00 every Friday.Wednesday and Last Friday of month: 10.00 - 22.00. National Art Library: Tuesday to Saturday 10.00 - 17.00. Wednesday 10.00 - 20.00. Closed 24, 25 and 26 December. |
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Admission Charges
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(2007 prices)
Some exhibitions and events carry a separate charge.
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Directions
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South Kensington Underground station. Buses: C1, 14, 74 and 414 stop outside the Cromwell Road entrance. |
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The Victoria and Albert Museum Postcode for SatNav: SW7 2RL |
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