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23 events

Abstract composition of snaking, meandering lines and marks in black, bright blue, emerald green, olive green and deep blue.

Art on paper since 1960: the Hamish Parker collection . Free .

This exhibition spans an intriguing range of styles and techniques used in art on paper from 1960 to today.

22 Sep 2022 - 5 Mar 2023

An ancient light brown lintel with Egyptian hieroglyphs on it, including bird figures, a human face and a lion. There is darkness in the corners of the image but light shines illuminating the middle.

Hieroglyphs: unlocking ancient Egypt . Final weeks .

Glimpse into the hidden world of ancient Egypt, through the discovery of the Rosetta Stone which provided the key to decoding hieroglyphs.

13 Oct 2022 - 19 Feb 2023

Pieces of paper laid out on the floor on top of each other.

Artists making books: poetry to politics . Free .

This intriguing new show explores the history of artists taking on the medium of books.

27 Oct 2022 - 17 Sep 2023

Black and white print showing map of Venice with chreub-like heads in clouds and boats in the water surrounding Venice.

Venice 1500: Jacopo de’ Barbari and the rise of printmaking . Free .

This display showcases the innovation and variety of printmaking in Venice during the High Renaissance.

23 Jan 2023 - 21 May 2023

A close up photograph of a silver griffin. The griffin has curled horns, a beak and gold details including its wings.

Luxury and power: Persia to Greece . Book now .

Drawing on dazzling objects, this exhibition explores how luxury shaped the political landscape of Eurasia in the first millennium BC.

4 May 2023 - 13 Aug 2023

Painting of a bird-headed figure sitting on a seat with next to many columns of hieroglyphs.

Gallery talks & tours / Members' exclusive

Members' tour of Hieroglyphs: unlocking ancient Egypt . Sold out .

Discover the hidden world of ancient Egypt through the decipherment of hieroglyphs in this curator-led tour, exclusively for Members.

£35 (Members)
9 Feb 2023

Empty view of the Japanese gallery.

The way of tea . Free .

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

10 Feb 2023 - 28 Jul 2023

Close up of hieroglyphs inscribed into stone.

Study days & courses

Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs: continuation course . Book now .

Deepen your knowledge of Egyptian hieroglyphs in this follow-on course with City Lit, held here at the Museum.

£129
10 Feb 2023 - 3 Mar 2023

An ancient light brown lintel with Egyptian hieroglyphs on it, including bird figures, a human face and a lion.

Members' exclusive

Members' late night viewing of Hieroglyphs: unlocking ancient Egypt . Members free .

As a Member, gain exclusive access to our exhibition about the ground-breaking decipherment of Egyptian hieroglyphs.

13 Feb 2023

Colourful painted hieroglyphs on a white background.

Festivals & special events / Family activity

Festival of Hieroglyphs: unlocking ancient Egypt . Free .

This February half-term, come and explore ancient Egypt through a range of activities such as crafts and storytelling.

16 Feb 2023 - 17 Feb 2023

An ancient light brown lintel with Egyptian hieroglyphs on it, including bird figures, a human face and a lion.

Members' exclusive

Members' early morning viewing of Hieroglyphs: unlocking ancient Egypt . Members free .

As a Member, gain exclusive access to our exhibition about the ground-breaking decipherment of Egyptian hieroglyphs.

18 Feb 2023

Relief showing a protective spirit carrying a deer and a palm branch.

Gallery talks & tours / Members' exclusive

Torchlight tour: Assyria and the supernatural world . Sold out .

Uncover the gods, monsters and supernatural beings of the Assyrian world in this after-hours gallery tour led by torchlight.

£35 (Members)
6 Mar 2023