V&A East Storehouse Opens with Hands-On Access to Artifacts

The V&A East Storehouse in London's Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park offers visitors the chance to book appointments with artifacts not normally on display, including a David Bowie guitar and Beatrix Potter originals. Unlike traditional museums, many objects can be touched. The facility opens in 2026 as part of the V&A's expansion into east London, designed to provide unprecedented public access to the museum's stored collections. The storehouse holds over 250,000 items, with rotating selections available for viewing. Visitors can request specific objects in advance, making each visit unique.