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Object trails From an hour-long highlight tour to inspiring objects for children, journey through the collection with one of our object trails.
Mythical characters of the Middle Ages Meet unicorns, princesses, jousting knights and ridiculed scholars in this video exploring playful stories carved on medieval caskets.
The discovery of Sutton Hoo The Sutton Hoo ship burial was excavated in the summer of 1939 – but who was buried there and what did it reveal about the 'Dark Ages'?
Celebrating Beatrix Potter Discover more about the life and work of the great writer and illustrator, who was born on 28 July 1866.
Explore the Rosetta Stone Ahead of our exhibition 'Hieroglyphs: unlocking ancient Egypt', get closer to the object that revealed the ancient script.
Highlights from 'Feminine power' Get a sneak peek at six objects in our exhibition, including a 1985 print by artist Judy Chicago.
Do women make better peacemakers? Watch Rabia Siddique, The Hon Alice Walpole and 'Feminine power' curator Dr Belinda Crerar discuss provocative questions about peacekeeping.
'What you have gained along the way' Currently on display in 'Drawing attention: emerging British artists', Sin Wai Kin’s work documents drag performances via face wipes.
Watch our latest events on demand Enjoy music, panel discussions and more led by special guests and a host of Museum experts.