Explore African culture at the V&A

African Collections Revealed
11.30 - 17.00 Free and drop-in, unless otherwise stated

Explore African culture at the V&A. Use the new Africa-themed visitor guide to learn more about the stories, secrets and symbolism behind the Museum's objects.

Spotlight on Africa and the Diaspora self-guided tours
11.30-14.00, Starting Point Grand Entrance

Spotlight Object Tours and Talks with Makeda Coaston, Kandace Chimbiri, Avril Horsford and Michael Ohajuru
12.30-13.15 & 14.00-14.45, Meeting Point Grand Entrance

Design a Virtual Gallery in Four Pictures
13.00-15.15, Digital Studio

The Front Room Workshop with Dr Michael McMillan
13.00-15.00, Seminar Room 3
Explore identities, family histories and cultural traditions with Dr Michael McMillan as he shares narratives about his own migrant background in the context of how the exhibition The West Indian Front Room (Geffrye Museum 2005-06) was made with actual objects. Bring in a small object from your own front room (living room) and share your stories. Booking essential £5, £3 concessions (maximum of 30 places)

Spotlight Storytelling Sessions with Amanda Wright
13.15-13.45 & 14.30-15.00, South Asia, Room 41

'Sing De Chorus' with Calypsonian Alexander D. Great
14.00-15.00, Theatre & Performance, Room 106

Spotlight Music Live
15.30-17.00, Lecture Theatre Celebrate the launch of the Spotlight on Africa and the Diaspora visitor guide with live music from Kweku Mainoo and his band Asajyefo playing Ghanaian Highlife and South African band Igagu who bring together a mixture of dance, a cappella, mbaqanga and jazz. Booking essential £5, no concessions (please arrive early)

To book any of the events please call 020 7942 2211