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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · 11d

It's #InternationalPodcastDay! 🎙️

Listen to our talks, articles and interviews with designers that bring our stories to life. There's something for everyone to enjoy 🎧

Our podcasts are also available on Spotify, Soundcloud and Apple Podcasts.

Listen now: va.scot/4734dM4

Podcasts

Listen to our talks, articles and interviews with designers that bring our stories to life

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Jul 18

Thank you for sharing our newest exhibition Thread Memory: Embroidery from Palestine @theskinnymag.bsky.social 🥰

This free exhibition is now until spring 2026, read more below 👇

The Skinny @theskinnymag.bsky.social · Jul 17

"Few [Palestinians] are living in the places that their tatreez comes from. The one way of actually preserving their identity and who they are is by tatreez"

Thread Memory: Embroidery From Palestine is at @vadundee.bsky.social until Spring 2026

Stitches in Time: Tatreez as a symbol of Palestinian culture - The Skinny

A tale of threads, travel, storytelling and collective histories form a pair of Scottish exhibitions which explore the traditional Palestinian embroidery of the tatreez.

www.theskinny.co.uk

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Jennifer Alford @jenniferalford.bsky.social · Jul 8

Wonderful exhibition 'Thread Memory: Embroidery from Palestine' @vadundee.bsky.social - incredible skills on show alongside Aya Haidar's extremely moving "Kiass"

#tatreez #embroidery #craft #Dundee #kiass #thread #art #culture #heritage #sew #textiles #palestine

Image of pattern from wonderful exhibition Thread Memory: Embroidery from Palestine

Close up of fabric from exhibition Thread Memory: Embroidery from Palestine

The tradition of tatreez from wonderful exhibition Thread Memory: Embroidery from Palestine

Close up of embroidery on a plastic bag from Aya Haidars Kiss women refugees marking bags used when they had to flee

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Jul 2

Our summer retail sale is now live! ☀️🛍️

Pick up a bargain and get your hands on our beautifully designed pieces for less.

Shop now: shop.vandadundee.org/collections/...

Summer Sale | Contemporary Design | V&A Dundee Shop

Our sale is on! Shop seasonal reductions off our design collections. Shop homeware, kids, fashion, books, jewellery and more. Don't miss it!

shop.vandadundee.org

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Jun 25

Thread Memory: Embroidery from Palestine opens tomorrow 🧵

Explore the rich history of Palestinian dress and the ancient art of tatreez – a hand-embroidery tradition where every stitch tells a story.

Find out more here: va.scot/4enu2sk

Four people looking at a display of traditional textiles.

Four people looking at a display suspended from the ceiling, the display shows lots of plastic bags with embroidered detail.

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Jun 25

Hi Andy, Abertay University is one of our founding partners and this role is part of our ongoing partnership with the university.

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Jun 23

Calling all Abertay University graduates! 🎓

We're looking for a Marketing and Media Assistant to join our team. This role supports the marketing, content and media functions to gain a solid grounding in all aspects of marketing and communications.

⏳ Deadline: 7 July, 17.00

Find out more & apply:

Marketing and Media Assistant (Abertay Graduate) - V&A Dundee

We're looking for a Marketing and Media Assistant (Abertay Graduate) at V&A Dundee. Hiring with Homerun.

jobs.vandadundee.org

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Jun 4

Discover new innovative connections between textiles, nature and sustainability at our next Design Makars talk 🌱

By fusing traditional craft with horticulture, textile designer Alice-Marie Archer knits sculptures designed to grow life without soil – also known as hydroponics.

More: va.scot/3Z6KFSI

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Jun 2

A huge thanks for including #VADGardenFutures in the June highlights @theskinnymag.bsky.social ☺️

Lots of amazing things coming up this month across Scotland, check it out 👇

The Skinny @theskinnymag.bsky.social · May 30

This month, you can catch Garden Futures at @vadundee.bsky.social‬, or Potatoes, Riots and Other Imaginaries at @collective-edin.bsky.social‬

All this and more in our Art Events round-up!

Scottish Art Highlights: June 2025 - The Skinny

June brings your annual reminder to check out the art school degree shows, plus two exhibitions foregrounding acts of resistance open in Edinburgh.

www.theskinny.co.uk

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Jun 2

It's a new month and we have lots of exciting events coming up!

From pride workshops, garden-inspired events to relaxing yoga, there's something for the whole family ☺️

Take a look: www.vam.ac.uk/dundee/whatson

A group of people gardening outside V&A Dundee with a view of the waterfront

A Birds Eye view of an afternoon tea, an array of scones, jams and snacks on the table.

Three people taking part in craft activities, behind them is a colourful wall with prints.

Three adults and two children are taking part in a workshop, playing with colourful toys.

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · May 29

We have lots of exciting roles available, take a look! 👀

👷‍ Capital Project Manager
🫟 Freelance Educator Designer
👩‍💻 Head of Finance
🦺 Safety, Health and Environment Manager

Find out more and apply below: www.vam.ac.uk/dundee/info/...

V&A Dundee | Jobs

Bringing design to life! V&A Dundee is dedicated to inspiring innovation, offering a space that fosters collaboration and artistic expression. Join us and help bring an extensive programme of design s...

www.vam.ac.uk

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · May 23

It's also the final weekend of A Fragile Correspondence! 📣

This free exhibition explores the relationships between land, architecture and language, seeking new ways of working in connection with the land rather than simply upon it.

More info: www.vam.ac.uk/dundee/whats...

Scotland + Venice: A Fragile Correspondence

Discover the fascinating connection between land, language, and architecture through vibrant artworks, captivating photography, and innovative installations

www.vam.ac.uk

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · May 23

Our fourth and final episode is now live! 🎧

We invited our Young People’s Collective to take over its direction. Together they question the use of an AI generated image as the exhibition’s main identity and discuss the impact of AI on the Scots language.

Listen here: soundcloud.com/vadundee/epi...

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · May 23

Calling all educators! 🧑‍🏫

Join our curators for an introductory talk to our exhibition #VADGardenFutures and learn how it can inspire meaningful learning back in the classroom and community 💭

🗓️ Thursday 29 May 2025, 16.30 – 18.00 and 17.30 – 19.00

Find out more and book now: va.scot/41isFpQ

Educators Intro: Garden Futures

How can an exhibition about the future of Gardens support learning?

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · May 22

"There is so much to praise about the exhibition, which includes surprises at every turn."

A huge thanks to writer Kieran Dodds for this brilliant article about our newest exhibition #VADGardenFutures 🌿

You can read it here: writing.kierandodds.com/p/garden-fut...

Let There Be Garden

A New Exhibition Dig Deep Into Soil and Soul

writing.kierandodds.com

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · May 19

📸 Images by Grant Anderson

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · May 19

🌿 Garden Futures: Designing with Nature is now open 🌿

With over 400 objects for you to explore, step into the extraordinary world of garden design and learn how our outdoor spaces can shape a greener, more imaginative future.

On now until 25 January 2026.

Members & kids go free: va.scot/4hpMGzZ

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Apr 30

Have you seen our #VADGlobalGarden call out? 🌿

Gardens mean something different to everyone and we'd love you to share images showing what a garden means to you.

You don't need to have a garden, this could be a potted plant, the local park, your favourite tree or more 🪴🌳

Get involved 👇

V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Apr 14

Happy #NationalGardeningDay! 🧑🏼‍🌾🪴

Our exhibition #VADGardenFutures opens next month and we'd love you to get involved! 🌿

We're inviting you to share images showing what a garden means to you. You don't need to have a garden, this could be a potted plant, your local park and more.

Get involved 👇

Global Garden

Help us create a digital Global Garden in which endless interpretations of what a garden can be are allowed to flourish together.

www.vam.ac.uk

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Apr 21

Episode three of our podcast series is live! 🎧

The third episode explores themes of land stewardship, restoration and community. We're joined by artists Hamshya Rajkumar and Mairi Mcfadyen to discuss their works across Ravenscraig and Abriachan Forest.

Listen here: soundcloud.com/vadundee/epi...

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Apr 18

There's less than one month left until #VADGardenFutures opens! 🌿

This immersive exhibition tells the story of how gardens shape our lives, communities and the world around us.

Book now. Members and kids go free: va.scot/4hpMGzZ

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Apr 14

Happy #NationalGardeningDay! 🧑🏼‍🌾🪴

Our exhibition #VADGardenFutures opens next month and we'd love you to get involved! 🌿

We're inviting you to share images showing what a garden means to you. You don't need to have a garden, this could be a potted plant, your local park and more.

Get involved 👇

Global Garden

Help us create a digital Global Garden in which endless interpretations of what a garden can be are allowed to flourish together.

www.vam.ac.uk

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Apr 7

We’re getting ready for #VADGardenFutures 👀

Opening 17 May, explore the important role gardens play in all our lives, and find out how our outdoor spaces can shape a greener, more imaginative future 🌿

Book your tickets now: va.scot/4hpMGzZ

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Apr 7

Thank you so much for visiting! ☺️

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Apr 2

It's April which means longer and brighter days, we're back open daily AND it's a new month full of events here at the museum! ✨

From family-friendly workshops and trails, talks, exclusive Members events, free displays and more.

Take a look 👀👇
www.vam.ac.uk/dundee/whatson

Whats On

Discover the latest events, exhibitions and more at V&A Dundee.

www.vam.ac.uk

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V&A Dundee @vadundee.bsky.social · Apr 2

For our first Design Makars, Karen Anderson (RIAS) and Felicity Steers (Erz Studio) will explore the role nature plays in the design of our neighbourhoods.

🗓️ Saturday 5 April, 13.00 – 14.00

Find out more & book: va.scot/4jbNvgH

Design Makars: Karen Anderson & Felicity Steers

Discover the importance of biodiversity in urban communities

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