The V&A South Kensington

Rising Voices: Contemporary Art from Asia, Australia and the Pacific
Until 10th Jan 2027

A landmark collaboration between the V&A and the Queensland Art Gallery, Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA), Brisbane offering an unparalleled view of the Asia Pacific region’s dynamic creative landscape.

Constantinople to Istanbul: One City, Two Empires
7th Nov to May 2027

A major UK-first exhibition exploring 1,600 years of extraordinary art and design, offering a compelling new perspective on a city defined by artistic excellence across more than a millennium.

Dimensions: Contemporary Chinese Studio Crafts
Free Display, until Autumn 2027

This display explores the dimensions of studio craft practice in China today, and the innovations which have grown from China’s longstanding craft tradition.

Golden Threads: Dress from Saudi Arabia
Free Display, until Summer 2027

Discover luxurious garments from the Najd region. Part of the V&A’s Jameel Programme, celebrating 20 years of The Jameel Gallery with Community Jameel.

Urushi Now: Contemporary Japanese Lacquer
Free Display, until Spring 2027

Urushi (lacquer) has been used in Japan for over7,000 years. For centuries, lacquer-making techniques developed locally while reflecting cross-cultural influences from Asia.