Victoria and Albert Museum

Founded in 1852, this national institution is the world's leading museum of art and design. The collection comprises over 2.8 million objects representing 5,000 years of human creativity from cultures across the globe. It serves as a global destination for art, design, and performance history.

The holdings encompass a vast array of disciplines, including ceramics, glass, textiles, costumes, jewellery, furniture, and photography. Notably, it contains the largest collection of Italian Renaissance sculpture outside of Italy. The museum also features significant sections dedicated to Asian art and contemporary design, aiming to inspire makers and innovators.

Entrance to the museum is free. The institution is part of a broader family of museums including V&A East, Young V&A in Bethnal Green, V&A Dundee, and the V&A Wedgwood Collection. It hosts various exhibitions and events designed to advance cultural knowledge and inspire creators.