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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.

Online events / Lectures & discussions

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

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

Two young people in the British Museum at night.

Family activity / Sleepover

Public sleepover: ancient worlds . Sold out .

Experience the Museum after dark and discover more about four awesome ancient worlds through crafts, workshops and storytelling.

£60
4 Mar 2023 - 5 Mar 2023

Two young people in the British Museum at night.

Young Friends Sleepover: ancient worlds . Sold out .

Experience the Museum after dark and discover more about four awesome ancient worlds through crafts, workshops and storytelling.

£45 (Members)
4 Mar 2023 - 5 Mar 2023