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V&A Museum of Childhood, London
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V&A Museum of Childhood
Cambridge Heath Road
Bethnal Green
London
E2 9PA
England
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V&A Museum of Childhood
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Collection details
Costume and Textiles, Toys and Hobbies
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Facilities
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Temporary exhibitions and a lively programme of weekend and holiday activities for children.
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Contact details
General information (Tel)
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020 8980 2415
General information (Fax)
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020 8983 5225
E-mail
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moc@vam.ac.uk
Website
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www.museumofchildhood.org.uk
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Open
Daily 10.00-17.45
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Closed
25, 26 December and 1 January
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Admission charges
Admission free
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Description
In a magnificent Grade II listed red brick building, in the heart of the East-End, this branch of the V&A is devoted to the theme of childhood, both past and present.
Recently reopened after a £4.7 million transformation by Architects Caruso St John. New features include a stunning front entrance with community gallery, Creativity and Moving Toys displays and hands-on activities.
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Collections description
The Museum of Childhood houses the UK's largest collection of toys including dolls, dolls' houses, puppets, games, optical toys and automata.
It also has a significant children's costume and nursery equipment collection. Its collection dates from the 16th century to the present day.
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Articles
2008 Museums And Heritage Awards Announced In London
National Science And Engineering Week 2008 In UK Museums
Sweet Architecture At The V&A Museum Of Childhood
The Museum Of Childhood Travels Back To The Space Age
Margaret Hodge Opens Space Exhibition With Government Culture Pledge For Children
MGM 2007 - David Lammy Launches Museums & Galleries Month
News In Brief - Week Ending March 25 2007
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Trails
Take A Ball Of Chalk Round London's East End
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General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Information point provided
Parking for coaches
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Disability Access
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Wheelchair access to all public areas
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Children and Families
Activities for pre-school children
Baby changing facilities
Children's play area
Events and resources for children and families
Gardens open to public
Picnic area
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General Education
Academic publications and resources available
Education facilities available
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
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Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
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Facilities
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
Gardens open to public
Meeting room available
Picnic area
Shop
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Information published here was believed to be correct at the time it was prepared. Welsh language pages developed with CYMAL: Museums Archives and Libraries Wales, funded by the Welsh Assembly Government.
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