Following its excellent inaugural temporary exhibition Japan: Myth to Manga, 2025 sees Young V&A host temporary exhibition number two. In a way Making Egypt sounds like a not totally dissimilar idea to its predecessor, but with a totally different – and much older – civilization at its heart. Making Egypt will look at creativity in Ancient Egypt and its enduring influence on contemporary society, and will gather together over 200 items from the V&A archives, with the oldest around 5,500 years old, and many never having been displayed before. It will range from the fully painted inner sarcophagus of Princess Sopdet-em-haawt to examining the influence of Egyptian design on Minecraft and Moon Knight. New films will explore Ancient Egyptian art techniques, and there will be kids’ activities including drawing with scale, deciphering hieroglyphics and designing your own amulet.
The £10 entry feel will grant unlimited access to the exhibition throughout its run.
Although the exhibition is suitable for all (including child free adults) there is an emphasis on children aged eight to 12.
