Treasures of Heavensaints, relics and devotion
in medieval Europe
23 June – 9 October 2011
Members free
Open late Fridays
Sponsored by John Studzinski
In association with
William and Judith Bollinger, Singapore
Betsy and Jack Ryan
Howard and Roberta Ahmanson
The Hintze Family
Charitable Foundation
Organised with
The Cleveland Museum of Art
The Walters Art Museum
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This major exhibition brings together for the first time some of the finest
sacred masterpieces of medieval art.
Get close to these beautiful treasures in the exquisite setting of the domed Reading Room and witness stunning craftsmanship from an era of deep piety and devotion. Over 150 objects have been drawn from institutions from The Vatican to European church treasuries to museums in USA and Europe and from the British Museum’s own collection. Read more
☆☆☆☆☆ “Glorious” The Times
“Magnificent” The Guardian
“Astonishing” Evening Standard
Book tickets now
Adults £12, Members free
Ticket packages
Combine your visit with an exhibition-inspired afternoon tea or dinner in the Great Court Restaurant.
Group visits
Bring a group of friends or colleagues and
enjoy the exhibition with an introductory talk
and refreshments.
Visiting
How to get here and information about the access provision for the exhibition.
Videos
Exquisite footage of the objects with curators and experts introducing these medieval treasures.
Exhibition blog
Find out what's happening behind the scenes
at the British Museum.
On Twitter
Products
A range of publications and products related to the exhibition.
Multimedia Guide
Listen to sample extracts from the Exhibition Multimedia Guide.
Loan objects
The objects borrowed for the exhibition Treasures of Heaven: saints, relics and devotion in medieval Europe will be recommended for protection under Part 6 of the Tribunals, Courts and Enforcement Act 2007 (protection of cultural objects on loan).