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1M ago
Discover the extraordinary dynamism of Michelangelo's work in the final 30 years of his life with exhibition curator, Sarah Vowles ..read more
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2M ago
Conservator Kathryn Oliver reveals how lasers can put us in touch with Roman makers' marks – uncovering detail of a turning point in battle ..read more
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2M ago
Artist Soe Yu Nwe discusses the symbolism of snakes in Burmese culture and how these traditions influence her work ..read more
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3M ago
From insects to metals, the dyes that colour Burmese textiles reveal richly woven cultures and the warp and weft of global history ..read more
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3M ago
The Enderby Shield is a rare shield made 2,300 years ago from bark. With ancient skills and specialist knowledge, could we make our own ..read more
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3M ago
The Rangoon Sisters discuss the role food has played in connecting them with their Burmese heritage ..read more
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4M ago
Sharpen your code-cracking skills with these puzzles from The British Museum Puzzle Book and discover new perspectives on the collection ..read more
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5M ago
Join us on a journey from the snow-capped mountains of the north to the tropical rainforests of the south ..read more
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6M ago
Most stories of the Roman empire describe the history of powerful men. Legion focuses on the lives of ordinary soldiers ..read more
The British Museum Blog
6M ago
Look forward to special exhibitions about life in the Roman army, Michelangelo's last decades and 1,500 years of Burma to Myanmar ..read more