Frame London’s Museum Framing at V&A East’s Opening Exhibition
V&A East Museum Opens with Landmark Exhibition “The Music Is Black: A British Story” — Featuring Frame London’s Signature Museum Framing
The highly anticipated V&A East Museum has officially opened this April in London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, marking a major moment for culture, creativity, and design in the UK. Launching alongside the museum is its first major temporary exhibition, The Music Is Black: A British Story — a powerful and immersive exploration of Black British music and its influence on British culture and global sound.
Opening on 18th April 2026, the exhibition traces the evolution of Black British music from 1900 to the present day, highlighting its profound cultural impact. Visitors can expect an extraordinary collection of objects and visuals, including:
Joan Armatrading’s childhood guitar (on public display for the first time)
Iconic fashion pieces worn by performers such as Little Simz and Stormzy
Newly acquired photography by renowned artists such as Jennie Baptiste, Beezer, Dennis Morris, Eddie Otchere, and Sam White
Frame London’s Contribution to a Landmark Cultural Experience
At Frame London, we’re proud to have contributed to this groundbreaking exhibition. Our work can be seen throughout the gallery, where we’ve provided bespoke museum framing in the classic V&A style, carefully designed to complement and elevate the artworks on display.
Our expertise in museum-quality framing and exhibition framing solutions ensures that every piece is not only beautifully presented but also preserved to the highest conservation standards — an essential requirement for institutions like the V&A.
An Immersive Sound Journey Through Black British Music
What sets The Music Is Black: A British Story apart is its innovative audio experience. Visitors are guided through the exhibition with a headset, listening to over 120 tracks spanning decades of music history.
This immersive format allows you to travel through time via sound. The result is a multi-sensory exhibition that brings Black British music to life in a truly unforgettable way.
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