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Exhibitions and events

11 events

Page from a book showing drawing of section of the Bayeux Tapestry depicting ships arriving and Harold being arrested

Online events / Lectures & discussions / Members' exclusive

£16 (Members)
27 Mar 2023

The Normans: beyond William the Conqueror

Join Professor Judith A Green to explore the sensational rise and expansion of the Norman Dynasty.

Wooden inner-coffin of Henutmehyt with gilt and glass decoration

Family activity

13 Apr 2023

Making masks: ancient Egypt

Design a mask inspired by objects from ancient Egypt in this free, drop-in event.

Young boy and girl using a green screen at the British Museum.

Family activity

14 Apr 2023 - 29 Apr 2023

Impossible images: ancient Egypt

Create an Egyptian-themed family photo with a little green screen magic in this free, drop-in event.

Empty view of the Japanese gallery.

14 Apr 2023 - 28 Jul 2023

The way of tea

Discover the history of tea drinking and gathering in Japan in this free demonstration of a Japanese tea ceremony.

An SDDC Teacher in the Samsung Digital Discovery Centre holding a tablet.

Family activity

15 Apr 2023

Masterpieces in Minecraft: Rome

Explore Roman history through Minecraft in this free, drop-in event.

Mask made of cedro wood and covered in turquoise mosaic with scattered turquoise cabochons.

Family activity

22 Apr 2023

Making masks: Aztecs

Design a mosaic mask inspired by the Aztec gods in this free, drop-in event.

Brown teddy bear and a few children's books in a basket.

Family activity

27 Apr 2023

Little Feet: enjoy books

Join the teddies to celebrate the joy of books, in this free event for under 5s.

A blue dish with glass and gold design.

Online events / Lectures & discussions

11 May 2023

Curator's introduction to Luxury and power: Persia to Greece

Join exhibition curator Jamie Fraser and Keeper of the Middle East Paul Collins, as they discuss this phenomenal exhibition.

Young child helping to make amphora shapes out of clay with parents either side

Family activity

12 May 2023

Craft like an Athenian

Explore amazing animals, create clay crafts and contribute to a giant frieze in this free Little Feet session with your under 5s.

Two teddies at a party surrounded by plastic food and gold and silver dishes

Family activity

25 May 2023

Little Feet: party like a Persian

Help the Little Feet teddies prepare for a special celebration at the Persian king's palace, in this free event for under 5s.

View from the side showing the head and shoulders of a toddler looking through a red-framed magnifying glass.

Family activity

13 Jun 2023

Little Feet: exhibition explorer

Explore our special exhibition 'Luxury and power: Persia to Greece' and take part in fun activities in this session for under 5s.