FEBRUARY HALF-TERM EVENTS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AT THE V&A;
Saturday 16 to Sunday 24 February 2020

Enjoy daily designing and making activities for half-term at the V&A.; The range of events for families include making a mosaic panel, listening to literature in the Norfolk House Music Room, creating a paper sculpture and listening to hand-bell ringing performances. In addition, the Activity Cart and Activity Back-Packs will be available all week.

Make a Mosaic
Saturday 16, Sunday 17, Monday 18 February 10.30-13.00 and 14.00-16.30
This practical workshop encourages families to work together to create their own mosaic panel based on designs in the Museum collections. Arrive early to ensure a place.

Living Literature
Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 February
Norfolk House Music Room
20-minute performances at 12.00, 14.00, 15.00 and 16.00
Actor, John Bassett will bring history to life through literary readings on the theme of Celebration.

Shape and sculpture
Tuesday 19 - Friday 22 February
11.00-13.00 and 14.00-16.00
In the Sculpture Gallery
Create 3D sculptures from paper inspired by figures in the Sculpture Gallery. By looking at shapes and shadows families can experiment with different techniques to make unique forms.

Ring out the bells
Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 February
20-minute performances at 12.00, 14.00, 15.00 and 16.00
In the Raphael Cartoon Court
Join the Hamilton Bell Ringers, as they perform this very British musical tradition.

Drawing with the V&A;
Every Sunday until 17 February
10.30-13.00
For families with children aged 7-11.
Learn to draw by looking closely at the objects in galleries using a variety of drawing materials. Each session is designed to provide a different experience of drawing. You can come and join one or all.

Activity Back-Packs
Every Saturday afternoon, and daily between
Saturday 16 - Sunday 23 February,
10.30-17.00.
Children can hoist a Back-Pack on their shoulders and embark upon an adventure across the Museum. Back-Pack tours are full of exciting hands-on activities related to the collections.
Activities can last 30-45 minutes.
For children aged 5-11 years.

The Activity Cart
Every Sunday and daily between Saturday 16-Sunday 23 February,
10.30-17.00.
Explore the Museum's collections through drawing and creative activities and discovery trails. Activities are suitable for children aged 3 to 12 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Family Trail Family trails will be available daily.
Filled with puzzles, drawing activities and fun things to look at, family trails provide an activity sheet for children and a supporting information sheet for adults. Don't forget to bring a pencil!

GENERAL INFORMATION
The V&A; is open daily 10am - 5.45pm and until 10pm on Wednesdays. FREE ADMISSION FOR ALL. The nearest underground station is South Kensington (Piccadilly, District and Circle lines).

*For further information telephone 020 7942 2197 or to book places for lectures or the mosaic workshop please telephone the V&A;'s Box Office on 020 7942 2209.

Wheelchair access
If you use a wheelchair or have limited mobility, you might like to book an escort to help you around the Museum. Telephone Learning and Visitor Services on 020 7942 2197 for further details. Wheelchairs are available for use in the Museum.

For general information call 020 7942 2000
website: http://www.vam.ac.uk

WHAT'S ON AT THE V&A; IN MARCH 2002

NEW EXHIBITIONS
TIARAS
21 March to 14 July 2020
Tiaras, one of the most dazzling and dramatic exhibitions of jewellery ever to be staged in the country, will bring together a spectacular range of 200 tiaras dating from the 18th century to the present day.

More than 100,000 of the finest gemstones from all over the world will be on display in the exhibition. Highlights will include the tiara worn by Her Majesty The Queen at her wedding in 1947 as well as a large number of other royal tiaras and tiaras from European royal families.

Tiaras designed by well known jewellery companies such as Cartier, Boucheron and Lalique will be displayed. Celebrity tiaras include ones lent by Elton John and Joanna Lumley and tiaras by contemporary designers including Vivienne Westwood, Philip Treacy, Wendy Ramshaw and Jan Yager will also be on show.

Plus The Tiara Ball * See Friday Late View below.

EARTH AND FIRE: Italian Terracotta Sculpture from Donatello to Canova
14 March * 7 July 2020
Earth and Fire explores for the first time the finest Italian terracotta sculpture between 1400 and 1800, featuring a panorama of works by the greatest sculptors including Ghiberti, Giambologna, Donatello, Verrocchio, Bernini and Canova.

Documenting terracotta's importance across the glory years of the Renaissance to the age of Neoclassicism, Earth and Fire focuses attention on terracotta works in ways which have never before been possible.

The exhibition offers the unique opportunity to juxtapose terracotta models with finished works. Highlights include six studies of the Bernini Angels for the Ponte Sant'Angelo in Rome, brought together here for the first time.

CONTINUING EXHIBITION
SEEING THINGS: Photographing Objects 1850-2001
Canon Photography Gallery
21 February to 18 August 2020
Exploring the rich area of photographic still life and objects in photography. The exhibition features many of the greatest practitioners of photography, including Julia Margaret Cameron, Eugene Atget, Man Ray, Henri Cartier-Bresson, William Eggleston, Helen Chadwick as well as prominent younger photographers.

Presented in six sections, Seeing Things uses famous and lesser known photographs to look at the range of ways photographers use objects to compose a memorable image. With images from photography's early years to dazzling, huge renditions of objects made in today's digital age, it takes in the full spectrum of documentary, fine art, advertising and portraiture.

CONTINUING DISPLAY
MEN IN SKIRTS
8 February * 12 May 2020
Men in Skirts looks at how contemporary designers have re-invented the skirt for men and the many forms the male skirt can take. The display will feature some 60 skirts and outfits from frock coats and kilts to sarongs and modern designer clothes. Designers include Jean Paul Gaultier, Paul Smith, Dries van Noten, Yohji Yamamoto, John Bartlett, Kenzo, Anna Sui, Burberry and Maharishi.

NEW GALLERIES
BRITISH GALLERIES 1500-1900
The British Galleries (1500-1900), display the greatest collection of national treasures ever assembled. The project is the largest at the V&A; in 50 years.

The fifteen galleries, larger in size than many museums, have been transformed into one of the most beautiful set of gallery spaces in London with new displays by leading designers. Together they unfold the story of British culture - taste, style and art - from the reign of Henry VIII to the reign of Queen Victoria. From Chippendale to Morris, and Adam to Mackintosh, all of the major names in the history of British design feature in the 3,000 exhibits on display.

The wealth of exhibits are enhanced by computer interactives, objects to handle, video screens and audio programmes. Highlights include the gigantic Great Bed of Ware (mentioned in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night) and the wedding suit worn by James II. The British Galleries offer a unique perspective on British culture in an exquisite and innovative setting.

FRIDAY LATE VIEW
THE TIARA BALL
Friday 29 March
Friday Late View celebrates the opening of the Tiaras exhibition with The Tiara Ball: an evening of glitter and glamour. Watch some of the best ballroom dancers float across the dance floor followed by a master class for budding twinkle toes, make your own tiara with up and coming jewellery designers and watch screenings of classic Tiara moments captured on film.

The evening includes cocktails, champagne and the stylish sounds of Sgt Tango on the decks. Come along wearing your tiara and get in free to the Tiaras exhibition. (Free entry to the Tiaras exhibition between 18.30 and 21.00 on presentation of tiara.)

WEDNESDAY
LATE VIEW
Every Wednesday selected galleries, including the British Galleries and exhibitions, remain open until 22.00.

Wednesday Late View events start at 18.30 and include weekly lectures, free gallery talks and tours, live music, wine bars and buffet suppers. Special Wednesday Late View lecture in the Lecture Theatre 19.15-20.05 20 March: Earth and fire: Italian terracotta sculpture from Donatello to Canova. Bruce Boucher * Curator of the exhibition

EVENTS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND SCALE UP, SCALE DOWN
Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 March 11.00 - 17.00
Families can pick up a camera and discover the secrets of scale by experimenting in the museum. Use digital photography and print technology to create unlikely images where things are not always what they seem. Then get to take home your own tiny stickers and postcards. Allow at least an hour for this activity. Last camera issued at 16.00. See signs on the day for location. Sponsored by Canon.

EASTER HOLIDAYS
Saturday 23 March - Sunday 7 April
There are special events for families at the V&A; everyday of the Easter Holidays * choose from:

Earth and Fire - masks and movement
Monday 25 March
Mask-making 11.00 * 16.30. 30-minute movement sessions at 12.00, 14.00, 15.00 and 16.00.
Explore expression and movement in sculpture through mask-making and dance inspired by the exhibition 'Earth and Fire: Italian terracotta sculpture from Donatello to Canova' and the V&A; sculpture collection.In the Sculpture Gallery.

Costumed characters
Tuesday 26 * Sunday 31 March
45-minute performances at 11.30, 13.45 and 15.00 Costumed interpreters from award-winning Past Pleasures will bring the British Galleries to life. Men and women dressed in Victorian and earlier styles, will walk through the galleries and interpret the displays, looking at the ways British life has changed and developed between 1500 and 1900.
Also as part of Wednesday Late View on the 27 March:
A Grand Night Out: Now and Then. 18.30-20.30
In this new programme grandparents and grandchildren are encouraged to explore the Museum together through a variety of events. Tonight's programme includes the opportunity to use a digital camera to take family portraits and time to look at and talk about photographs from the Museums collections; a chance to journey back in time with costumed interpreters in the British Galleries. Wearing historic clothes they will explain how life has changed in Britain over the past 400 years.

Also during the Easter Holidays:
Monday 1 April:
Costumed Characters
Costumed interpreters from award-winning 'Past Pleasures' will bring the British Galleries to life.

Tuesday 2 April:
Clay Sculpture
Learn the skill of clay modelling * also on Wednesday 3 and Thursday 4 April.

Friday 5 April:
Living Literature
John Bassett reads and interprets excerpts from Literature *
also on Saturday 6 April.

Sunday 7 April: Historical Music Join Richard York and experience the sights and sounds of music from the past.
Activity Back-Packs
Every Saturday children can hoist a Back-Pack on their shoulders and embark upon an adventure across the Museum. Back-Pack tours are full of exciting hands-on activities related to the collections. Activities can last 30-45 minutes. For children aged 5-11 years.
During the Easter Holidays they will be available Sun 24 * Sun 31 March 10.30 * 17.00 inclusive.

The Activity Cart
Explore the Museum's collections through drawing and making activities and discovery trails. Activities are suitable for children aged 3 to 12 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Every Sunday and during holidays, daily from 10.30 to 17.00

Family Trail
Family trails will be available daily. Filled with puzzles, drawing activities and fun things to look at, family trails provide an activity sheet for children and a supporting information sheet for adults. Don't forget to bring a pencil!

GENERAL INFORMATION
The V&A; is open daily 10am - 5.45pm and until 10pm on Wednesdays.
FREE ADMISSION FOR ALL.

Exhibition Charges: Combined ticket which gives entry to Tiaras and Earth and Fire: Italian Terracottas from Donatello to Canova. Full £7.50. Concessions £3.75 (includes senior citizens and full-time students). Single entry ticket to either Tiaras or Earth and Fire Italian Terracottas from Donatello to Canova. Full £5. Concessions £2.50 (includes senior citizens and full-time students).

The nearest underground station is South Kensington (Piccadilly, District and Circle lines). *For further information or to book tickets for lectures please telephone the V&A;'s Box Office on 020 7942 2209. Wheelchair access If you use a wheelchair or have limited mobility, you might like to book an escort to help you around the Museum. Telephone Learning and Visitor Services on 020 7942 2197 for further details. Wheelchairs are available for use in the Museum.

For general information call 020 7942 2000 website: http://www.vam.ac.uk

WHAT'S ON AT THE V&A; IN APRIL 2002

NEW V&A; CONTEMPORARY SPACE: MILAN IN A VAN
21 April to 9 June 2020
The exhibition Milan in a Van will launch the V&A;'s new contemporary space. The Exhibition will bring the hottest international design to the V&A; in Spring 2002 just days after products are launched at the Milan Furniture Fair. The Milan Furniture Fair is seen as the best and biggest show in the design calendar for the year.

For the first time ever the British public will be able to see what is hottest, newest and most influential in the design world straight from the displays in Milan. V&A; curators will go to Milan and fill a furniture removal van with the most interesting work on show for immediate display. The exhibition will cover key themes from this renowned global showcase of cutting-edge design.

CONTINUING EXHIBITIONS TIARAS
21 March to 14 July 2020
Tiaras, one of the most dazzling and dramatic exhibitions of jewellery ever to be staged in the country brings together a spectacular range of 200 tiaras dating from the 18th century to the present day. More than 100,000 of the finest gemstones from all over the world are on display. Highlights include the tiara worn by Her Majesty The Queen at her wedding in 1947 as well as a large number of other royal tiaras and tiaras from European royal families.

Celebrity tiaras include Victoria Beckham's wedding tiara, and tiara's lent by Elton John, Dame Edna Everage and Joanna Lumley. Tiaras designed by well known jewellery companies such as Cartier, Boucheron and Lalique are also displayed. Contemporary designers include Vivienne Westwood, Philip Treacy, Wendy Ramshaw and Jan Yager.

EARTH AND FIRE: Italian Terracotta Sculpture from Donatello to Canova
14 March * 7 July 2020
Earth and Fire explores for the first time the finest Italian terracotta sculpture between 1400 and 1800, featuring a panorama of works by the greatest sculptors including Ghiberti, Giambologna, Donatello, Verrocchio, Bernini and Canova. Documenting terracotta's importance across the glory years of the Renaissance to the age of Neoclassicism, Earth and Fire focuses attention on terracotta works in ways which have never before been possible.

The exhibition offers the unique opportunity to juxtapose terracotta models with finished works. Highlights include six studies of the Bernini Angels for the Ponte Sant'Angelo in Rome, brought together here for the first time.

SEEING THINGS: Photographing Objects 1850-2001
Canon Photography Gallery
21 February to 18 August 2020
Exploring the rich area of photographic still life and objects in photography. The exhibition features many of the greatest practitioners of photography, including Julia Margaret Cameron, Eugene Atget, Man Ray, Henri Cartier-Bresson, William Eggleston, Helen Chadwick as well as prominent younger photographers. Presented in six sections, Seeing Things uses famous and lesser known photographs to look at the range of ways photographers use objects to compose a memorable image. With images from photography's early years to dazzling, huge renditions of objects made in today's digital age, it takes in the full spectrum of documentary, fine art, advertising and portraiture.

MEN IN SKIRTS
8 February * 12 May 2020
Men in Skirts looks at how contemporary designers have re-invented the skirt for men and the many forms the male skirt can take. The display will feature some 60 skirts and outfits from frock coats and kilts to sarongs and modern designer clothes. Designers include Jean Paul Gaultier, Paul Smith, Dries van Noten, Yohji Yamamoto, John Bartlett, Kenzo, Anna Sui, Burberry and Maharishi.

FASHION IN MOTION: TATA-NAKA
Friday 31 May 2020
Walks at 13.30, 16.00, 19.00 and 20.00 in the Sculpture Gallery
May's Fashion in Motion on Friday 31 May features Tata-Naka, the label designed by identical Georgian twins, Tamara and Natasha Surguladze, with highlights from their autumn/winter 2002/03 collection.

Their work was widely acclaimed when they made their debut at London Fashion Week last year (February 2001). This collection celebrates the twins' childhood memories of the Soviet Union. Soviet symbols appear in bright prints, stitched details, appliqué and knit, from jewellery to accessories. Natasha's (Naka) part of the collection is coloured in earthy tones such as cream, beige and greys and Tamara's (Tata) collection, 'Stolen Memories', is glitzier, with evening pieces in brighter colours such as greens, reds and pinks.

Tamara and Natasha Surguladze came to London in 1996 to study at Central St Martins and graduated in 2000. Their work synthesises clean modern aesthetics with the nostalgia and beauty of the antique. Fashion In Motion showcases the talent of up-and-coming designers alongside established international couturiers when catwalk models walk around the Museum's galleries in the latest pieces of their collections.

Tata-Naka will be in Conversation at 14.30 in the Lecture Theatre of the V&A; for the public lecture series Fashion Forum.

FRIDAY LATE VIEW The Fashion in Motion walks at 19.00 and 20.00 are part of Friday Late View which is held every last Friday in the month. To continue with Tata-Naka's Soviet Union theme, there will be a vodka bar and music provided by DJ JLG, who has worked on previous Tata-Naka fashion shows.

NEW GALLERIES BRITISH GALLERIES 1500-1900
The British Galleries (1500-1900), display the greatest collection of national treasures ever assembled. The project is the largest at the V&A; in 50 years. The fifteen galleries, larger in size than many museums, have been transformed into one of the most beautiful set of gallery spaces in London with new displays by leading designers.

Together they unfold the story of British culture - taste, style and art - from the reign of Henry VIII to the reign of Queen Victoria. From Chippendale to Morris, and Adam to Mackintosh, all of the major names in the history of British design feature in the 3,000 exhibits on display.

The wealth of exhibits are enhanced by computer interactives, objects to handle, video screens and audio programmes. Highlights include the gigantic Great Bed of Ware (mentioned in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night) and the wedding suit worn by James II. The British Galleries offer a unique perspective on British culture in an exquisite and innovative setting.

FRIDAY LATE VIEW: tbc

WEDNESDAY LATE VIEW
Every Wednesday selected galleries, including the British Galleries and exhibitions, remain open until 22.00. Wednesday Late View events start at 18.30 and include weekly lectures, free gallery talks and tours, live music, wine bars and buffet suppers.

Special Wednesday Late View lecture in the Lecture Theatre TIARAS: A COLLECTION OF SHEER BRILLIANCE WEDNESDAY 3 APRIL 19.15-20.05 The evolution of the Tiara by Geoffrey Munn, curator of the V&A;'s Tiaras.

EVENTS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES EASTER HOLIDAYS
CREATE TERRACOTTA SCULPTURE
To coincide with the amazing Earth and Fire sculpture exhibition the V&A; is hosting its own Terracotta sculpture celebration. Children and families are given the chance to create their very own terracotta sculpture under the supervision of a professional sculptor!
EARTH AND FIRE CLAY SCULPTURE
Tuesday 2 April, Wednesday 3 April and Thursday 4 April 11.00-13.00 and 14.00-16.00 Learn the skill of clay modelling and create your own small terracotta sculpture inspired by the Earth and Fire exhibition. Sculptor Al Johnson will repeat a short demonstration of the techniques at the start and during the sessions.

ALSO
DURING THE EASTER HOLIDAYS: Costumed characters Monday 1 April 45-minute performances at 11.30, 13.45 and 15.00 Costumed interpreters from award-winning Past Pleasures will bring the British Galleries to life. Men and women dressed in Victorian and earlier styles, will walk through the galleries and interpret the displays, looking at the ways British life has changed and developed between 1500 and 1900.

Friday 5 April: Living Literature 20 minute performances at 12.00, 14.00, 15.00 and 16.00 John Bassett reads and interprets excerpts from literature on the theme of innovation and industry. * also on Saturday 6 April.

Sunday 7 April: Historical Music 45 minute sessions at 12.00, 13.30 and 15.30 Join Richard York and experience the sights and sounds of music from the past.

Activity Back-Packs
Every Saturday children can hoist a Back-Pack on their shoulders and embark upon an adventure across the Museum. Back-Pack tours are full of exciting hands-on activities related to the collections. Activities can last 30-45 minutes. For children aged 5-11 years.

The Activity Cart
Explore the Museum's collections through drawing and making activities and discovery trails. Activities are suitable for children aged 3 to 12 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Every Sunday and during holidays, daily from 10.30 to 17.00

Family Trail
Family trails will be available daily. Filled with puzzles, drawing activities and fun things to look at, family trails provide an activity sheet for children and a supporting information sheet for adults. Don't forget to bring a pencil!

GENERAL INFORMATION The V&A; is open daily 10am - 5.45pm and until 10pm on Wednesdays. FREE ADMISSION FOR ALL.

Exhibition Charges: Combined ticket which gives entry to Tiaras and Earth and Fire: Italian Terracottas from Donatello to Canova. Full £7.50. Concessions £3.75 (includes senior citizens and full-time students). Single entry ticket to either Tiaras or Earth and Fire Italian Terracottas from Donatello to Canova. Full £5. Concessions £2.50 (includes senior citizens and full-time students).

The nearest underground station is South Kensington (Piccadilly, District and Circle lines). *For further information or to book tickets for lectures please telephone the V&A;'s Box Office on 020 7942 2209. Wheelchair access If you use a wheelchair or have limited mobility, you might like to book an escort to help you around the Museum. Telephone Learning and Visitor Services on 020 7942 2197 for further details. Wheelchairs are available for use in the Museum.

For general information call 020 7942 2000 website: http://www.vam.ac.uk

WHAT'S ON AT THE V&A; IN MAY 2002

NEW V&A; CONTEMPORARY SPACE: MILAN IN A VAN
21 April to 9 June 2020
The exhibition Milan in a Van launches the V&A;'s new contemporary space. The Exhibition brings the hottest in international design to the V&A; for Spring 2002 straight from the Milan Furniture Fair. The Milan Furniture Fair is seen as the best and biggest show in the design calendar for the year.

Top design names include Tom Dixon, Ingo Maurer, Michael Young, Nigel Coates, Matthew Hilton and Marcel Wanders. For the first time ever the British public can see what is hottest, newest and most influential in the design world direct from the displays in Milan.

V&A; curators went to Milan and filled a furniture removal van with the most interesting work on show and they then displayed it immediately. The exhibition covers key themes from this renowned global showcase of cutting-edge design.

CONTINUING EXHIBITIONS
TIARAS
21 March to 14 July 2020
Tiaras, one of the most dazzling and dramatic exhibitions of jewellery ever to be staged in the country brings together a spectacular range of 200 tiaras dating from the 18th century to the present day. More than 100,000 of the finest gemstones from all over the world are on display.

Highlights include the tiara worn by Her Majesty The Queen at her wedding in 1947 as well as a large number of other royal tiaras and tiaras from European royal families. Celebrity tiaras include Victoria Beckham's wedding tiara, and tiara's lent by Elton John, Dame Edna Everage and Joanna Lumley. Tiaras designed by well known jewellery companies such as Cartier, Boucheron and Lalique are also displayed. Contemporary designers include Vivienne Westwood, Philip Treacy, Wendy Ramshaw and Jan Yager.

EARTH AND FIRE: Italian Terracotta Sculpture from Donatello to Canova
14 March * 7 July 2020
Earth and Fire explores for the first time the finest Italian terracotta sculpture between 1400 and 1800, featuring a panorama of works by the greatest sculptors including Ghiberti, Giambologna, Donatello, Verrocchio, Bernini and Canova. Documenting terracotta's importance across the glory years of the Renaissance to the age of Neoclassicism, Earth and Fire focuses attention on terracotta works in ways which have never before been possible. The exhibition offers the unique opportunity to juxtapose terracotta models with finished works. Highlights include six studies of the Bernini Angels for the Ponte Sant'Angelo in Rome, brought together here for the first time.

SEEING THINGS: Photographing Objects 1850-2001
Canon Photography Gallery
21 February to 18 August 2020
Exploring the rich area of photographic still life and objects in photography. The exhibition features many of the greatest practitioners of photography, including Julia Margaret Cameron, Eugene Atget, Man Ray, Henri Cartier-Bresson, William Eggleston, Helen Chadwick as well as prominent younger photographers. Presented in six sections, Seeing Things uses famous and lesser known photographs to look at the range of ways photographers use objects to compose a memorable image. With images from photography's early years to dazzling, huge renditions of objects made in today's digital age, it takes in the full spectrum of documentary, fine art, advertising and portraiture.

LAST CHANCE TO SEE: MEN IN SKIRTS
8 February * 12 May 2020
Men in Skirts looks at how contemporary designers have re-invented the skirt for men and the many forms the male skirt can take. The display features 60 skirts and outfits from frock coats and kilts to sarongs and modern designer clothes. Designers include Jean Paul Gaultier, Paul Smith, Dries van Noten, Yohji Yamamoto, John Bartlett, Kenzo, Anna Sui, Burberry and Maharishi.

NEW GALLERIES BRITISH GALLERIES 1500-1900
The British Galleries (1500-1900), display the greatest collection of national treasures ever assembled. The project is the largest at the V&A; in 50 years. The fifteen galleries, larger in size than many museums, have been transformed into one of the most beautiful set of gallery spaces in London with new displays by leading designers.

Together they unfold the story of British culture - taste, style and art - from the reign of Henry VIII to the reign of Queen Victoria. From Chippendale to Morris, and Adam to Mackintosh, all of the major names in the history of British design feature in the 3,000 exhibits on display.

The wealth of exhibits are enhanced by computer interactives, objects to handle, video screens and audio programmes. Highlights include the gigantic Great Bed of Ware (mentioned in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night) and the wedding suit worn by James II. The British Galleries offer a unique perspective on British culture in an exquisite and innovative setting.

NEW AT THE V&A; DESIGN NOW SPACE:
20TH Century Gallery
From May 2002 the Design Now space in the 20th Century Gallery will be turned into a digital laboratory. For a year it will be the venue for a series of displays of work by artists who use digital media in their creative process it will present the potential of the new technology as an artistic medium.

Eighteen artists have been invited to create a work in response to either a space or an artefact in the Museum. This Month: Thursday 16 May * Sunday 9 June: Mike Phillips & Geoff Cox / Barbara Rauch & Liz Chandler

WEDNESDAY LATE VIEW
Every Wednesday selected galleries, including the British Galleries and exhibitions, remain open until 22.00. Wednesday Late View events start at 18.30 and include weekly lectures, free gallery talks and tours, live music, wine bars and buffet suppers.

Special Wednesday Late View lecture in the Lecture Theatre Wednesday 1 May Fit for a Queen * Norman Hartnell's designs for The Queen's coronation dress by Michael Talboys.

EVENTS FOR ADULTS
Earth and Fire Sculpture demonstrations: 18 and 19 May
Two days of sculpture demonstrations exploring how contemporary artists work with Terracotta, the subject of the V&A;'s highly acclaimed spring exhibition.

In conversation with**
31 May
A discussion in the Canon Photography Gallery with photographers Edgar Lissel and Oliver Boberg. Both artists have work in the Seeing Things exhibition with Edgar Lissel producing works that have been generated by the Museum. By turning a museum show case into a camera obscura he took photos that challenge the stereotype of the still life.

On Wednesday 29 May there will also be a demonstration by Edgar Lissel on the fascinating process he used to transform a museum display case into a camera obscura.

EVENTS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Activity Back-Packs
Every Saturday and during the school holidays between 10.30 and 17.00 children can hoist a Back-Pack on their shoulders and embark upon an adventure across the Museum. Back-Pack tours are full of exciting hands-on activities related to the collections. Activities can last 30-45 minutes. For children aged 5-11 years.

The Activity Cart
Explore the Museum's collections through drawing and making activities and discovery trails. Activities are suitable for children aged 3 to 12 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Every Sunday and during holidays, daily from 10.30 to 17.00

Family Trail
Family trails will be available daily. Filled with puzzles, drawing activities and fun things to look at, family trails provide an activity sheet for children and a supporting information sheet for adults. Don't forget to bring a pencil!

GENERAL INFORMATION
The V&A; is open daily 10am - 5.45pm and until 10pm on Wednesdays. FREE ADMISSION FOR ALL.

Exhibition Charges:
Combined ticket which gives entry to Tiaras and Earth and Fire: Italian Terracotta's from Donatello to Canova. Full £7.50. Concessions £3.75 (includes senior citizens and full-time students). Single entry ticket to either Tiaras or Earth and Fire Italian Terracotta's from Donatello to Canova. Full £5. Concessions £2.50 (includes senior citizens and full-time students).

The nearest underground station is South Kensington (Piccadilly, District and Circle lines). *For further information or to book tickets for lectures please telephone the V&A;'s Box Office on 020 7942 2209. Wheelchair access If you use a wheelchair or have limited mobility, you might like to book an escort to help you around the Museum. Telephone Learning and Visitor Services on 020 7942 2197 for further details. Wheelchairs are available for use in the Museum.

For general information call 020 7942 2000 website: http://www.vam.ac.uk

2001
Kensington Arts & Entertainment - 2001