The V&A has secured David Bowie's extensive archive, which spans six decades and includes over 80,000 items. The archive will be housed at V&A East Storehouse, a newly built 16,000 sq. m space in Stratford, opening in 2025. The collection features handwritten lyrics, letters, original costumes, and other memorabilia, alongside intimate writings and unrealised projects that have not been publicly displayed before. This archive enriches the V&A's Theatre & Performance collections and offers unique insights into Bowie's creative processes and impact on music and culture.
The V&A has secured the archive of David Bowie, an extensive collection that spans six decades and includes more than 80,000 items including handwritten lyrics, letters, and more.
The archive will feature intimate writings, thought processes and unrealised projects, many of which have never been seen in public before, showcasing Bowie's creative process.
The David Bowie Archive joins the V&A's Theatre & Performance collections and will provide fans with a glimpse into the creative processes of one of the most influential figures in music.
The archive will be displayed at V&A East Storehouse, a 16,000 sq. m space that's being purpose-built to house over 250,000 objects, including Bowie's items.
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