ποΈβ¨ Breaking the Mold: A Whole New Museum Experience! β¨ποΈ
Get ready, art and culture lovers β the V&A East is set to open its doors in May 2025, and itβs here to revolutionize the way we experience museums! ποΈπ Best of all? Entry is FREE and no booking is required β though during peak times, you might need to brace yourself for a bit of a queue. π Before you step into the exhibition areas, youβll be asked to store your bags in lockers for security reasons. And a quick heads-up: while food and drinks arenβt allowed, your cameras and phones definitely are! So get ready to snap and share. π΅β‘οΈπΈ But letβs be clear: V&A East is no ordinary museum. Imagine an IKEA-style self-service warehouse β only instead of flat-pack furniture, itβs filled with breathtaking, larger-than-life artworks! Spread across three open-plan floors, this place invites you to wander, wonder, and explore like never before. With over 250,000 items displayed on open shelves β spanning fashion, architecture, design, furniture, music, and pop culture β this is a treasure trove of creativity. And guess what? Most pieces arenβt locked behind glass, so you can get up close and personal with the exhibits. π¨π Ever been curious about what goes on behind the scenes? Here, you can observe staff at work in conservation areas β a rare and fascinating glimpse into the world of museum curation! π§βπ¬πΌ Must-See Highlights Include: An office designed by the legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright π’βοΈ A stunning 15th-century Spanish palace ceiling π°π The highly anticipated David Bowie Gallery, opening this September! π€π And hereβs the cherry on top: a one-of-a-kind "Order an Object" service! ππ¦ Fancy a private viewing of up to five selected items? Simply book online at least two weeks in advance, and you can enjoy an intimate encounter with history and artistry. #VAEast #NewMuseumAlert #LondonMuseums #ArtRevolution #FreeEntry #DavidBowieGallery
