Making Egypt

Check out the exciting NEW Making Egypt exhibition at the Young V&A!

Let Egyptian gods lead the way as you embark on a fascinating journey through the wonders of Ancient Egypt. Discover how Egyptian art, design and culture continues to impact popular culture today – from video games and comic books to films, jewellery and more!

Discover Egypt’s ancient wonders—painted coffin lid, mask, model boat, and decorated textile. Enjoy unlimited exhibition visits until 2 November 2025 with a £10 pass.

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A repeating geometric pattern of red and white square spirals, inspired by Egypt, arranged in a horizontal row to create a continuous decorative border design.

Which Egyptian god are you?

Answer these questions to discover which ancient deity you’re most like…

1. How would your friends describe you?
a) Lots of fun to be around
b) Bold and brave
c) A friend everyone can rely on

2. Which of these would you most like to do?
a) Control the weather
b) Fly
c) Use magic

3. Which symbol are you most drawn to?

Three ancient Egyptian symbols: (a) the Eye of Horus, (b) the Eye of Ra, and (c) the Hathor crown, each labeled with a blue circle containing a letter underneath, highlight Egypt’s rich cultural heritage.

4. What would you rather be?
a) Bubbly
b) Adventurous
c) Mystical

How did you do?

MOSTLY As

Ah-ha, you’re Ra, the radiant and upbeat sun god who people believed made the sun rise every morning! You’re brimming with positive energy, and you share it with the world!

Illustration of an Egyptian god with a falcon head wearing a sun disc on top. A blue circle beside him says, Check out the cool sun disc on this Egypt sun god’s head!.

MOSTLY Bs

Take flight, you’re Horus, the sky god, whose right eye is the Sun and left eye the Moon. Like him, you’re a fearless protector, looking out for those around you.

Illustration of the Egyptian god Horus with a falcon’s head, wearing traditional Egypt attire and crown, holding a staff and ankh, with a text bubble saying, Horus is often depicted with a falcon’s head!.

MOSTLY Cs

You’ve got the magic touch, just like Isis! The goddess of healing, kindness and protection, you’re super-caring and are always ready to lend a helping hand.