Thousands take part in museum pre-opening

The V&A Dundee design museum has engaged with more than 100,000 people in its pre-opening programme, according to arts chiefs. The announcement came as the Scottish Parliament held a reception for the museum ahead of its opening on 15 September.

Exhibitions attracted 56,902 people while staff talks, including to Asian and Muslim community groups, attracted 23,945.

The Design in Motion travelling exhibition drew in 11,956 visitors and public events attracted 10,540 people – bringing the total to 103,343.

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