Proud and Free: Celebrating Nigerian Design and Culture at the V&A

We honour the spirit of creativity, independence, and cultural pride that defines Nigeria’s artistic legacy. We invite you to explore how Nigerian design and culture are represented, celebrated, and reimagined across the V&A collections.

Through curator insights, artist conversations, films, guided tours, and hands-on workshops, delve into the stories behind textiles, sculpture, fashion, and more. From the bold creativity of traditional craft-making to the powerful narratives embedded in historic and contemporary works, this event invites you to see the collections through fresh eyes.

Celebrate the richness of Nigerian heritage and its global influence on design. Expect spirited dialogue, new perspectives, and a welcoming space to connect, reflect, and create.

A detailed event programme will follow shortly.

This event forms part of the V&A Academy's season celebrating Nigeria in the collection, including the event In Conversation with Artist Oliver Enwonwu: Art, Memory, Vision  https://tinyurl.com/3ksykphw