About this site
This site has been developed to enable visitors to access
and engage with the Museum's collection online and to provide
practical information for people planning to visit the Museum. Here
is a quick introduction to each of the main sections. We
hope that you will enjoy your visit and return to the site
soon.
Practical information including: opening times, how to
get here, access information, and shopping and eating
facilities. There is also information about activities for
groups, families, and schools. This section also has full details
of audio tours, free guided tours and talks, as well as where
to find the special Hands On desks.
Find out more about current and future exhibitions and see if
any touring exhibitions are coming to a town or city near you. See
details of all our events, many of which are free, including films,
lectures, family events, performances and practical
workshops.
Explore the Museum's objects, galleries and the many world
cultures that are represented by the collection. Journey
through the online tours and themes to learn more about a specific
topic. Use the Highlights search to access over 4,000
highlight objects from the Museum collection.
Central to the Museum's role is research into the
collection and the cultures and periods it represents. Many
members of staff are engaged in new research and this section holds
information on all current research projects. Find information
on research facilities provided by the Museum and
access online publications.
Covering all age ranges, from primary education to adult
learning. Extensive learning resources for primary and secondary
schools and teachers. Information for further and
higher education students, together with adult
learning programmes, talks and workshops.
All about the Museum from the history of the building and the
collection to current news and debate. Information on each of the
departments, their facilities and staff. Details of the business
services offered, such as venue hire and
filming. Plus all current job opportunities.
Become a Member of the British Museum Friends and enjoy a whole
range of benefits, including free entry to all special
exhibitions. Find out how to give your support through
corporate involvement or by becoming a patron. Join our team
of volunteers and play a vital role in supporting the
work of the Museum . Sign-up for the monthly
e-newsletter to keep up-to-date with what's on.
Shop online at the British Museum shop for books, exhibition
catalogues and gifts.
Accessibility
We are committed to making all web-based information, services
and learning resources on the Museum's website accessible to all
users.
Terms of use
For full terms and conditions of the use of this website, our
privacy policy and copyright information, please see:
The copyright for some photographs throughout this site belong
to Phil Mayer, Benedict Johnson, Nigel Young and Roberto Saas /
Tameme Veloz.
Contact the web team
If you have any enquiries, comments, corrections or suggestions
about this site, please email the web team at:
web@britishmuseum.org
Registered addresses and details
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ss 3 & 96 and Schedule 2 paragraph (p) Charities Act
1993)
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