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We’re thrilled to announce that V&A Dundee, Scotland’s design museum, has hit an incredible milestone – two million visitors since the grand opening in September 2018!

On May 23, 2024, Jenny Gaskell from Ayrshire became the two millionth visitor. She was welcomed with a gift bag filled with Scottish-designed products from the shop, a £100 Dundee Loves Local gift card, and tickets to the new major exhibition, Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk.

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Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk opening at VA Dundee.

Director Leonie Bell and Councillor Steven Rome were there to celebrate this special occasion with Jenny, marking a proud moment for the museum amidst the challenges of the past few years.

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Pictured (L-R): Jenny Gaskell, 2 millionth visitor from Ayrshire, Leonie Bell, Director of V&A Dundee and Councillor Steven Rome, Dundee City Council.)

V&A Dundee’s Impact

  • 500,000 First-Time Visitors: Half a million of visitors had never been to Dundee before!
  • £300 Million Economic Impact: Contributed over £300 million to Scotland’s economy, with £109 million benefiting Dundee directly.
  • A Cultural Hub. From ground-breaking exhibitions to dynamic events, V&A Dundee has become a cornerstone of Scotland’s cultural landscape.

Current Highlights
Don’t miss the current exhibition, Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk, the final stop on its international tour. Plus, stay tuned for the upcoming Photo City free exhibition and the return of the Dundee Tapestry this summer.

A huge thank you to everyone who has visited and supported us. Here’s to many more milestones and unforgettable experiences at V&A Dundee. Come and see why we’re a vital part of Scotland’s cultural life and a major contributor to the local economy.

Do it all in Dundee – there’s so much more to come!

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