The V&A Photography Collection: The World’s First

Presented by John Swainston

Join John Swainston for a captivating exploration of the V&A’s pioneering role in photography. Founded when the medium was just eleven years old, the V&A today holds the world’s oldest and one of its most comprehensive photography collections. Discover how artistic, technical, and social changes have shaped this remarkable archive over 175 years, as Swainston – an expert with over forty years’ experience – brings its images, stories, and innovators vividly to life.

Dates and Locations

Thursday 12 February 2026 Shoalhaven (NSW)

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