British Museum from home

The Museum is temporarily closed, following government advice.

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You can continue to enjoy the British Museum at home. Explore the collection and tour the galleries via Google Street View. Plus get the inside story from Museum experts and guests through our online events, blog, podcasts, YouTube channel and social media. 

Please support the Museum through a donation, by becoming a Member or via a purchase in our online shop if you're able.  

Thank you in advance for your continued support – we look forward to welcoming you back soon. 

Here are other ways you can explore the collection:

• Explore the Museum's galleries virtually via Google Street View.
• Take a journey behind the scenes with the Museum's downloadable podcasts.
• Delve into Google Arts and Culture for online exhibitions, stories and a timeline, including a project looking at the Mayan World.