V&A

Start the New Year with a vibrant mix of activities at South Kensington and Young V&A. From hands-on workshops to thought-provoking talks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Creative workshops for families at V&A

Make it: Fashion

Dates: 25 January – 22 February 2025
Time: 10.30 – 16.30
Location: Art Studio, Learning Centre, South Kensington
Cost: £20

Explore fashion and textiles through family-friendly workshops. Learn printmaking and design techniques inspired by the museum’s collections. Create your own unique design to take home.

Sensory Friendly: Design and Draw with Light at V&A

Date: 8 February 2025
Time: 11.00 – 16.00
Location: Art Studio, Learning Centre,  South Kensington
Cost: Free

Designed for visitors with sensory processing disorders, this workshop lets families create with lightboxes and projectors. Breakout spaces equipped with sensory toys and ear defenders ensure a comfortable experience.

Digital Kids: Listening Garden

Dates: 18 – 21 February 2025
Time: 11.00 – 16.00
Location: Digital Studio, Learning Centre, South Kensington
Cost: Free

Create your own garden-inspired soundscape using natural sounds and digital tools. This drop-in activity is perfect for families with children aged 5 and above.

Explore ancient creativity at Young V&A

Making Egypt Exhibition

Opens: 15 February 2025
Location: Young V&A
Cost: £10

Discover ancient Egypt’s influence on modern art, design, and culture in this family-friendly exhibition. Interactive displays bring history to life for children and adults alike.

Teen Takeover: Animate, Photograph, Create!

Date: 15 February 2025
Time: 13.00 – 16.00
Location: Young V&A
Cost: £25

Teens aged 11–14 can join workshops with comic artists and filmmakers, creating animations and exploring creative careers.

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