This weekend on July 1 the new Young V&A museum (formerly the Museum of Childhood) in Bethnal Green will reopen its doors. Absolutely Mama was lucky enough to get a sneak peek and you can see our Instagram Reel of the space here.

The Young V&A is the UK’s first museum of art, design and performance created with and for young people, with national collections at the heart of the experience.

Three new galleries – Play, Imagine and Design – feature 2,000 objects dating from 2,300 BC to today from all around the world. The beautifully and imaginatively designed new space is packed full of hands-on experiences for little ones and grown ups to enjoy – including optical illusions, sensory playscapes, a giant marble run, a story-telling stage, an Open Studio for live workshops, self-portrait making station, and a den-building area.

There are works by leading artists, designers and change-makers on display including Virgil Abloh, Olafur Eliasson, Greta Thunberg, Bridget Riley, Miuccia Prada, Keith Haring, Issey Miyake, and David Hockney alongside examples of children’s own creativity.

The redevelopment is the most significant intervention in the Grade II* listed building’s 150-year history, and has completely transformed the museum. Exciting events to look forward to this summer include a free Summer Festival – which takes place on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 July with fun-filled activities and performances.

Find out more about what’s on at the Young V&A here and scroll down to see the space.

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