Victoria & Albert Museum: LGBTQ Tour ★★★★ FREE


Who knew that Michelangelo's David once had a fig leaf for formal occasions? The Victoria & Albert Museum is an amazing and sometimes overwhelming hodge-podge of "stuff," but here's a fun tour that offers a thread to follow through the maze while considering questions about sexual and gender identities. By looking at some familiar and some lesser known objects in the collection, visitors are invited to explore the history and myths that inform the current LGBTQ community. From representations of Zeus and Ganymede to Kylie Minogue’s dressing room via the photographs of Wilhelm von Gloeden there is lots to see and enjoy here. Each tour is designed by its own volunteer guide so every time out the itinerary will vary considerably. There is always something new to discover in the museum's amazingly eclectic exhibits, and with each guide bringing their own personal vision to the tour, one visit may not be enough. So far we've enjoyed the hidden histories plus amusing and informative insights on three occasions. Looking forward to tour number four!

Reviewed by J.C.

 Our Score:  ☆☆☆☆ 

WHEN, WHERE, GETTING THERE:
Last Saturday of the month, 4 pm
Meeting Point, Grand Entrance Victoria & Albert Museum
Nearest tube: South Kensington

Most Popular

José María Velasco: A View of Mexico ★★★★ The National Gallery | Mar 29 - Aug 17, 2025

Supersonic Man ★★★★ Southwark Playhouse, Borough | Apr 9 - May 3, 2025

Midnight Cowboy - A New Musical ★★ Southwark Playhouse, Borough | Apr 4 - May 17, 2025

THISISPOPBABY - WAKE ★ Sadler's Wells Peacock Theatre | April 2 - 5, 2025

St. Martin in-the-fields: Lunchtime Concerts ★★★★ FREE

The Carracci Cartoons: Myths in the Making ★★★ The National Gallery | Apr 10 - Jul 6, 2025 (Free Entry)

Apex Predator ★★★★ Hampstead Theatre | Mar 22 - Apr 26, 2025

Cartier ★★★★ Victoria & Albert Museum | Apr 12 - Nov 16, 2025

Men’s Business ★★ Finborough Theatre | Mar 18 - Apr 12, 2025

The Importance of Being Oscar ★★★ Jermyn Street Theatre | Mar 28 - Apr 19, 2025

The City Life Magazine | Reviews & Ratings