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Bookcase with objects, trinkets and books on shelves.
Exhibitions and events / 8 June 2026

Introduction to 'Korea'

Sang-ah Kim explores 2,000 years of Korean art, revealing how global connections have shaped Korea's cultural identity today.
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Print of the ancient temple seen from below, with houses before it and two bearded figures among ruins in the foreground
Museum stories / 29 May 2020

Historical city travel guide: Athens, 5th century BC

Visit Greece's most famous ancient city 2,500 years ago – from festivals and plays to drinking parties, shopping and local delicacies.
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Colour woodblock oban triptych print, depicting elegantly dressed travellers waiting at tea-stall at Katase Beach, snow-capped Mt Fuji in distance
Museum stories / 22 May 2020

Historical city travel guide: Edo (Tokyo), early 19th century

Journey back to 19th-century Japan, as curator Alfred Haft reveals the unmissable sights, cuisine and best places to stay in Edo (Tokyo).
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Close up of mummy in cartonnage and open wooden coffin
News / 20 May 2020

Ancient Egyptian coffins and mystery of 'black goo'

Explore the science behind the mysterious black goo poured over Ancient Egyptian coffins, revealing ritual beliefs about death and rebirth.
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Watercolour depicting fluted Doric colonnade to left with portico beyond facing large open square, hill beyond with towers and rooftops visible
Museum stories / 15 May 2020

Historical city travel guide: Rome, 1st century AD

From exhilarating chariot races to spectacular baths, travel back 2,000 years to sample the vibrant world of Roman Empire's capital city.
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Print of a large blue wave with lots of white spray, with a couple of boats in the water in the foreground and a view of Mt Fuji in the background.
Objects in focus / 10 May 2020

The Great Wave: spot the difference

Scientific researcher Capucine Korenberg explores what subtle changes in impressions and design can tell us about Hokusai's masterpiece.
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Two banks of river, city buildings along furthest bank, boats on the water
Museum stories / 7 May 2020

Historical city travel guide: Nineveh, 7th century BC

Journey back over 2,600 years to the Assyrian capital city. Check out the best sights, shopping, entertainment and local delicacies.
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A conservator uses a small brush to in-paint repair fills on a marble sarcophagus, depicting scenes from the story of Achilles.
Museum stories / 5 May 2020

100 years of science and conservation: recent conservation highlights

From Michelangelo to mirror caskets, our conservators share the projects they're working on.
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Selection of fake upright figurines, arranged similarly to a family grouping
News / 5 May 2020

Fake antiquities made for unsuspecting collectors

Discover the Museum's role in uncovering fake antiquities and a particular Heathrow consignment that raised suspicions.
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Lone carp in water with small inscription on bottom right and plant top right
Museum stories / 29 April 2020

Make your own origami inspired by Japanese prints

Try creating your own origami inspired by the Museum's collection, including Hokusai's 'Great Wave' - a fun craft for kids and adults too!
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Janina Ramirez wearing gloves holding small gold objects found at Sutton Hoo
Museum stories / 27 April 2020

Janina Ramirez: four objects for Museums in Quarantine

Janina Ramirez reveals four special objects that we couldn't fit into our BBC Arts Museums in Quarantine episode.
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A woman holds a newspaper with the headline HIGH COURT BANS SEGREGATION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Her daughter sits beside her.
Museum stories / 22 April 2020

Bonnie Greer: three journeys

Bonnie Greer explores identity and the concept of the 'Era of Reclamation' through three journeys taken at different points in her life.
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Large circular dish of porcelain, glazed in blue, green and yellow
Museum stories / 9 April 2020

Seeking Inspiration

We asked Museum staff to share their inspirational stories and powerful objects from the collection (and beyond). We hope they inspire you.
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