Facilities for people with visual impairment
Gallery talk for visitors with visual impairment
For any assistance during your visit, please contact a member of staff or the Disability Officer on telephone +44 (0)20 7942 2766, text phone +44 (0)20 7942 2002, or email disability@vam.ac.uk.
Assistance dogs are welcome.
Guiding service
If you require a guide to assist you when visiting, please book in advance by contacting the bookings office on telephone +44 (0)20 7942 2211, text phone +44 (0)20 7942 2002, or email bookings.office@vam.ac.uk.
Assistance cannot be guaranteed to visitors who do not book in advance.
Talks programme
There are regular talks for visually impaired people, some of which provide an opportunity for handling objects. View the events page for a full programme of specialist events or visit What's On.
Large print and tactile books
Large print label books are available in all galleries.
Tactile books are available in:
- RIBA Architecture Gallery
- Jameel Gallery of Islamic Art
- Medieval and Renaissance Gallery
- Photography Gallery
- Stained Glass
Screen reader
JAWS and MAGIC software is available on computer terminals in:
- Prints and Drawings Study Room
Magnification Systems (CCTV)
This is available in:
- National Art Library
- Prints and Drawings Study Room
Head of a bodhisattva, China Gallery, Room 44
Ming porcelain vase, China Gallery, Room 44
Dragon vase, Korean Gallery, Room 47G
A chimney piece from Sir Paul Pindar’s home, Daylit Gallery, Room 64B
Chinese Celadon dish, Ceramics Gallery, Room 145
Glass balustrade, Glass Gallery, Room 131
Metalwork bench, Ironwork Gallery, Room 114E
Marble owl, Sculpture Gallery, Room 111
A Minton tiled column, Silver Gallery, Room 65
Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950
From 19 May 2012 the V&A celebrates the opening of the newly renovated Fashion Galleries with an exhibition of beautiful ballgowns, red carpet evening dresses and catwalk showstoppers.
Book now
Event - Rococo to Art Nouveau 11/12
Thu 15 September 2011–Thu 12 July 2012
COURSE: Gain a fresh perspective on one of the most dynamic periods in the history of European art. Thursdays, 15 September 2011 – 12 July 2012 (over 3 terms), 11.00–15.30.
