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The mystery of Egyptian mummy cases

Ancient Egyptian coffins and mummy cases have been found covered in a mysterious 'black goo'. What does it reveal?
Take a virtual gallery tour

Explore the Museum's galleries from home and get close to the collection, using Google Street View.
Vikings Live

Watch the film to explore an exciting world of warriors, seafarers and conquerors and see the 2014 BP exhibition 'Vikings: life and legend'.
Discover the delights of 19th-century Edo

Our travel guide will ensure you see the stars of Kabuki theatre, enjoy the finest loach stew and tell you how to handle passing Samurai.

Stay connected

Read a message from our Director, Hartwig Fischer and find out other ways you can experience the Museum from home.

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