Princess tours innovative new V&A East museum in solo engagement
Princess Kate resumed her public duties on 10 June with a solo visit to East London’s newly opened V&A East Storehouse, just days before she is set to join her family for Trooping the Colour.
The visit marked her first official outing since a half-term break with her children. Touring the Storehouse, which opened to the public on 31 May, the Princess explored its unique, barrier-free exhibits designed to bring visitors closer to Britain’s cultural treasures.
“Great to see these incredible collections are now accessible to everyone, allowing us to enjoy our nation’s exceptional talent and history,” read a message shared via the Prince and Princess of Wales’ official Instagram account.
Wearing an Alexander McQueen blue suit, Catherine met with Senior Curator Dr Georgia Haseldine and Deputy Director Tim Reeve to learn more about the museum’s collection and conservation efforts.
A long-standing advocate for the arts, the Princess studied Art History at St Andrews University, where she met Prince William.
