The Victoria and Albert Museum in Dundee will present an exhibition drawn from David Bowie’s personal archive, with hundreds of items from the collection set to go on public display. The show is described as a celebration of the artist’s ties to Scotland and will be hosted at the V&A’s Scottish venue.
Exhibition focus
Organisers say the display will foreground Bowie’s Scottish connections and place them in the wider context of his life and work. The V&A Dundee will present material from the archive to illuminate aspects of his career and the relationship between his creative practice and Scotland.
Local and cultural significance
The project represents a major cultural event for the city, bringing an internationally recognised archive to a Scottish museum space. By mounting a substantial portion of the archive, the V&A Dundee is joining other institutions that have staged exhibitions and research projects dedicated to Bowie’s legacy.
Public access and legacy
The display aims to give both long-standing fans and new audiences an opportunity to see personal material from one of Britain’s most influential musical figures. The exhibition is part of ongoing public interest in Bowie’s work and the continuing effort to preserve and interpret his archives for future study and enjoyment.