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How to explore the British Museum from home

Whether it's a behind-the-scenes podcast or a closer look at our galleries, here are 10 ways to explore the Museum while we're closed.
What's on at the Museum in 2021?

See highlights of this year's exhibitions, including 'Thomas Becket: murder and the making of a saint' and the infamous emperor 'Nero'.
Can you solve this Chinese riddle?

Can these tigers cross a river without leaving the naughty cub alone? Curator Tim Clark finds the answer in a Japanese painted silk screen.
Museums in Quarantine

Join art historian Dr Janina Ramirez for a personal tour of her favourite British Museum objects, available to watch on BBC iPlayer.

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