Closure of the National Art Library and Proposed Restructuring of the V&A Museum

Closure of the National Art Library and Proposed Restructuring of the V&A Museum As many of our members already know the Victoria and Albert is planning a major restructuring of the museum and a massive staff reduction and immediate temporary closure of the National Art Library, both of which we see as proposals that will … Continue reading Closure of the National Art Library and Proposed Restructuring of the V&A Museum

REMINDER: Celebrating the Bicentenary of Prince Albert and his role as a collector by The Society for the History of Collecting (London, 4 December 2019)

Celebrating the Bicentenary of Prince Albert and his role as a collector WEDNESDAY 4 DECEMBER 6-8PM FOLLOWED BY DRINKS THE COURT ROOM, SENATE HOUSE, MALET ST LONDON WC 1 7HU This special seminar will explore Prince Albert’s significance to the cultural life of Victorian Britain, from his collecting practices to his role in creating the … Continue reading REMINDER: Celebrating the Bicentenary of Prince Albert and his role as a collector by The Society for the History of Collecting (London, 4 December 2019)

Gilbert Events at the V&A: From Alice Minter, Curator, The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Collection (London, 11, 12, 19, 26 September 2019)

Gilbert Events at the V&A From Alice Minter, Curator, The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Collection I will be giving a lecture about Jewish collectors and their contribution to the V&A’s collection and look forward to seeing as many of you as possible. This event is Free and drop-in – no booking facility so do come. … Continue reading Gilbert Events at the V&A: From Alice Minter, Curator, The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Collection (London, 11, 12, 19, 26 September 2019)