exhibition

Tartan

Opening Saturday 1 April 2023

A radical new look at one of the world’s best-known textiles

Tartan celebrates the global story of a unique pattern - how the rules of the grid have inspired creativity from the everyday to the sublime.

The instantly recognisable symbol of Scotland, a global textile of tradition, rebellion, oppression and fashion, tartan has connected and divided communities worldwide, inspiring great works of art as well as playful and provocative designs.

Experience dazzling objects from around the world from the high fashion of Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen to Jackie Stewart's racing helmet, from the portrait of rugby legend Doddie Weir to the MacBean tartan which rocketed to the moon. See tartan worn by Bonnie Prince Charlie and Bay City Rollers trousers handmade by a lifelong fan, together with the indigenous textiles of Indian Madras and the humble Scottish shortbread tin.

The must-see show of the year - don't miss out!

Saturday, 1 April 2023 to Sunday, 14 January 2024

10:00 - 17:00

Exhibition Gallery

£7.00 - £16.00 £2 discount applied when booking online. 18s and under go free. Concessions apply. Advance booking is recommended.

Exhibition Trailer

Key Objects

Kilt under construction, Keith Kilt School, Moray. Photo by Jonathan Faiers
Kilt under construction, Keith Kilt School, Moray. Photo by Jonathan Faiers
Wales Bonner adidas Originals
Wales Bonner adidas Originals, Spring Summer 2021. Photo by Jeano Edwards
Cheddar Gorgeous
Cheddar Gorgeous in a suit designed by Liquorice Black, 2017
Alan Cumming
Alan Cumming portrait by Christian Hook, 2014, © Christian Hook
Lord Mungo Murray
Lord Mungo Murray [Am Morair Mungo Moireach], 1668 - 1700. Son of 1st Marquess of Atholl
	Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY SS2022. Photo by Louie Banks
Charles Jeffrey LOVERBOY SS2022. Photo by Louie Banks
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Headline Sponsor
Arnold Clark
Sponsors
LNER
V&A Foundation

This is the first major exhibition curated by V&A Dundee, with Jonathan Faiers of the University of Southampton, and celebrates our 5th anniversary in 2023.

Header image credit - Cheddar Gorgeous in a suit designed by Liquorice Black, 2017. Image © Cheddar Gorgeous

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Tartan Cheddar Gorgeous Sweatshirt

Cheddar Gorgeous Sweatshirt

Tartan Scottie Dog Magnet

Scottie Dog Magnet

Tartan Postcard set

Tartan Postcard set

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