London V&A South Kensington Hosts Baroque to Rococo In-Person Course Starting October

Visitors to London interested in European art history can register for the Baroque to Rococo in-person course at the V&A South Kensington. The programme runs every Thursday for 10 weeks, starting from 1 October 2026 until 3 December 2026, held between 10.00 and 16.45.

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Led by art historian Dr Kathy McLauchlan, the course explores European art from 1650 to 1790. Participants examine the period from French Baroque to Italian Rococo, alongside the influence of the Enlightenment and the Industrial Revolution on European culture. Weekly sessions cover French grandeur, international connections, and the relationship between artists and patrons.

The course takes place in Seminar Room 3 on Level 4 of the Learning Centre at V&A South Kensington, located on Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2RL. In addition to expert-led lectures, attendees participate in gallery talks exploring the museum collections and an 18th-century toilette demonstration.

The course price is £645.00 and is suitable for participants aged 18 and over. Registration includes access to lecture recordings for an extra 10 weeks after the course finishes. Enrolment is open through the admissions team by calling +44 (0)20 7942 2000, available Monday to Sunday from 10.00 to 13.00, except from 24 to 26 December.