Make Space (November & December 2026)

Relaxed monthly evening sessions of creativity, making and conversations for young people in east London.

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+44 (0)20 7942 2000
  • Thursday, 12 November 2026

    Thursday, 10 December 2026

  • V&A East Storehouse

    Parkes Street, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Hackney Wick, London, E20 3AX
  • Common Room West, GF02

  • Under 26

    16+

  • Free event

Make Space (November & December 2026) photo
Enjoy a relaxed evening of creativity, making and conversations.  Take part in activity from sculpture to costume, zine-making to textiles. Celebrate  the rich creativity and cultures of east London and enjoy access to the incredible V&A collections at V&A East Storehouse.

November 12th 
6pm-8pm
Title of the session:  Sculptural Rosettes   
Join artist Sally Barton in this creative workshop reimagining rosettes within the V&A East collections. Reflecting on the cultural significance and history of Rosettes across sports, politics and pop culture. You will create your own large scale sculptural rosette, experimenting with scale, colour and textiles materials. What will your rosette represent, honour or memorialise?  

These free, two-hour sessions are open to 16–24-year-olds who live, work or study in east London. No experience needed and all materials are provided.

Please check your availability before booking. If the V&A needs to cancel, we’ll aim to reschedule your booking.

Advance booking is recommended. Limited drop-in spaces may be available on the day, subject to capacity.