Gilbert Galleries: access guide

Meant ‘for everyone’, the V&A has been the home of the collection since 2008. The Gilbert Galleries showcases Arthur and Rosalinde’s lifelong passion for craftsmanship, and their belief that art and beauty should be shared widely with the public.

Seven permanent galleries explore craft skills and techniques, material culture and the history of collecting. Each object reveals captivating stories about its makers, past owners and the context in which it was created. Multisensory experiences bring the collection to life through touch, scent, sound and video.

These resources have been designed to support your visit to the galleries and are available both online and in the galleries.

Our V&A South Kensington visual story provides images and information to help you plan and prepare for your visit to the museum.

Find out more about access at V&A South Kensington

Locate the Gilbert Galleries on our digital map:

If you need any further assistance during your visit, please ask a member of staff.

In Rooms 70, 72 and 72a there are 10 objects that can be touched. The following audio tracks describe each of these objects.