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A photographic collage depicting a young boy playing hide and seek in a contemporary Coptic cemetery superimposed with ancient Egyptian funerary structures and ornaments.
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Ancient Egypt and modern identities . Book now .

Presenter Mary-Ann Ochota chairs a discussion on Egyptian cultural heritage, its breadth and place in the life of people in Egypt.
  • 2 Feb 2023
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Section of manuscript drawing showing Tower of London with the Duke seated within, the River Thames in the background.
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Medieval manuscripts: hidden stories . Book now .

Join Christopher de Hamel to explore stories of the extraordinary people who spent their lives among illuminated manuscripts.
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  • 6 Feb 2023
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Detail of whalebone plaque, base rectangular, top two open-work horse heads in profile, ring-and-dot and incised decoration
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The Vikings: a new history . Book now .

Based on the latest archaeological evidence, join Neil Price for a remarkable reassessment of the Vikings.
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  • 13 Mar 2023
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Close up of hammered and horizontally fluted silver horn with horned winged griffin at narrower end
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Introducing Luxury and power: Persia to Greece . Book now .

Join Dr Jamie Fraser for a fascinating insight into the Museum's latest major exhibition.
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  • 20 Mar 2023
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Page from a book showing drawing of section of the Bayeux Tapestry depicting ships arriving and Harold being arrested
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The Normans: beyond William the Conqueror . Book now .

Join Professor Judith A Green to explore the sensational rise and expansion of the Norman Dynasty.
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  • 27 Mar 2023
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