FAMILIES
Back-Packs
Contents of the Magic Glasses Back-Pack (click image for larger version)
- The Emperor's Party - imagine you are an Indian Emperor preparing for a spectacular party
- Chinese Treasures - find out more about Chinese traditions and Chinese decorative art
- Metal Detector - explore the design and construction of decorative ironwork
- The Antique Detective - investigate the materials and construction of Victorian decorative arts
- Magic Glasses - explore the colour, design and shape of decorative glass
- Fancy Furnishings - learn what life was like for a rich lady and gentleman in Georgian Britain
Girl wearing Back-Pack in the Glass gallery (click image for larger version)
Our award-winning Back-Packs are full of brilliant hands-on activities, including jigsaws, stories, puzzles, construction games and things to handle.
Back-Packs are free and do not need to be booked. Activities last approximately 45 minutes and are suitable for children aged 5-12. For younger children, there are activity sheets which complement each Back-Pack so that you can all have fun together.
A form of ID is required to borrow a back-pack, such as a driving licence or debit card.
This Back-Pack video (4mins 24secs) shows a family exploring the V&A collections using a free Back-Pack.
Family looking at Back-Pack activities in the Glass gallery (click image for larger version)
When are Back-Packs available?
Check our Family Events Newsletter or Family Events pages for dates and times.
The last pack of the day is issued at 16.30.
For a full list of what will be available on the day you visit go to What's On .