November at the V&A

What's on in November

OPEN SOONCast Courts Visit from 1 December Our iconic Cast Courts re-open soon, the only galleries that display the same breathtaking collection of inspiring objects, as when they originally opened in 1873. Exclusive preview and curator talk for Members ► FIND OUT MORE

VISIT US EXHIBITIONS ► Want to see what the future could look like or love Islamic art? Don't miss out, these exhibitions close this month!     The Future Starts Here ► Jameel Prize 5 ► Videogames: Design/Play/Disrupt ► Fashioned from Nature ► Members go free TALKS ► Enjoy the museum after dark with illuminating and inspiring evening talks this November including:               Leopard Print in Fashion ►   Culture in Crisis ► Adventures in Warhol Land ► A glimpse into Buckingham Palace► See all our evening events ►

Selling fast... Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams Opens 2 February 2019 Don't miss out on the most comprehensive exhibition ever staged in the UK on the House of Dior! Members go free Supported by Swarovski BOOK NOW

DAY OF THE DEAD Day of the Dead Festival 2 November, 17.00 – 22.00 Join us for a free celebration to remember the dead, enjoy live traditional and contemporary Mexican music, dance, crafts and more. Plus, we want as many of you in costume as possible! Find out more ► Get the look Pay homage to Frida Kahlo's Mexican identity with our exclusive range made in collaboration with artisans, artists and makers. Shop now ►

Traditional Mexican dress Indigenous clothing is assembled from squares or rectangles of cloth while texture and patterning are crucially important. Read a blog post about indigenous clothing and distinctive examples worn by Frida Kahlo. READ MORE

LEARN Kels O'Sullivan Cushion Workshop 10 – 11 November, 10.30 – 16.30 Inspired by the beautiful abstract paintings of Kels O'Sullivan, spend a weekend learning to create your very own cushion. Find out more ► The Art of Fresco Painting 3 – 4 November, 11.00 – 16.00 Explore the importance of over 4,000 years of fresco painting and try your hand at the techniques of the medium’s masters. Find out more ►

Discover a master of photography Watch a video on one of the 20th century's premier photographers, Horst P. Horst. A master of light, composition and atmospheric illusion, who created a world of sensual sophistication. Explore more at our new Photography Gallery ►