Learning Exhibition tour
Audio Described Sensory Tour of Barbie: The Exhibition
Join guide Sara Dibb for an Audio-described and Multisensory tour of the highlights of Barbie®: The exhibition for visitors who are blind or visually impaired and their companions.
What to expect
Celebrating the 65th anniversary of the Barbie® brand, the exhibition features 180 dolls alongside a selection of Dreamhouses, outfits, accessories and promotional materials that reflect changes in tastes, trends and expectations in wider society. Explore the design evolution and cultural impact of one of the world’s most famous dolls from 1959 to the present day.
Barbie: The Exhibition 2024 © Jo Underhill for the Design Museum
Facilitator
Sara Dibb
Dibb is an art historian, lecturer, writer and art for wellbeing facilitator. She currently works at Tate Modern, Tate Britain and the Design Museum and has led learning programmes at many other venues including The National Gallery and the Wallace Collection. She founded the Education programme at Kettle’s Yard, Cambridge and initiated public programmes as Education Curator at V&A. Her enthusiasm for art and design, and ease with people of all ages makes her an ideal guide.
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Booking information
• Pre-booking required as places are limited
• Please ensure you only book if you plan to attend, and please cancel your booking in advance if your availability changes
• Suitable Age: 12 +. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible, ticket-holding adult
• Assistance dogs are welcome
• Pay-What-You-Can supports visitors who might find the standard ticket price a barrier.
• Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Visit our Terms & Conditions page for further information.
The exhibition