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Exhibitions and events

27 events

A six sided gold pot with engravings and a large spout and handle and pointed top.

Life in a cup: coffee culture in the Islamic world . Free .

'Life in a cup' presents a fascinating story and explores the traditions that make coffee a way of life in parts of the Islamic world.

27 Oct 2021 - 18 Sep 2022

A round blue disc with circle and crescent moon shapes on it.

The world of Stonehenge . Final weeks .

Discover more about this awe-inspiring ancient stone circle by journeying back to the time of its construction around 3000–2500 BC.

17 Feb 2022 - 17 Jul 2022

A drawing of a male and a female turned towards each other, seemingly talking, leaning on a tree in what appears to be a wood.

Printmaking in Prague: art from the court of Rudolf II . Free .

In this exhibition, learn more about printmaking in Rudolf's court in Prague during the highpoint of innovative and ambitious prints.

17 Mar 2022 - 28 Aug 2022

Drawing of six female figures, all wearing crowns, huddled together in conversation.

The woodpecking factory: Victorian illustrations by the Brothers Dalziel . Free .

This intriguing display highlights over 50 works engraved on wood by the Brothers Dalziel firm, a Victorian wood-engraving company.

17 May 2022 - 4 Sep 2022

The figure of Lilith staring at the viewer.

Feminine power: the divine to the demonic . Book now .

Enjoy a cross-cultural look at the profound influence of female spiritual beings within global religion.

19 May 2022 - 25 Sep 2022

A coin featuring The Queen Elizabeth II.

Mary Gillick: modelling The Queen’s portrait . Free .

70 years ago, Queen Elizabeth II had her profile immortalised on British currency – explore the artist and the process behind the portrait.

2 Jun 2022 - 31 Jul 2022

White ostrich egg shell decorated with black triangle engravings, with a hole at the top of the egg.

Study days & courses

London Anthropology Day at the British Museum . Book now .

Find out what an anthropology degree is all about at this taster day featuring workshops, talks and stalls from 27 universities.

30 Jun 2022

Chisato Minamimura posing with her hand by her head.

Accessible event / Performance

Sumida River in Sign Language . Postponed .

Drama and comedy collide in this creative reimagining of a 650-year-old Japanese play by Deaf performers.

£15
30 Jun 2022

A tour group looking at lintel carvings in the Mexico gallery.

Gallery talks & tours

Around the world in 70 minutes tour . Book now .

Go on a journey of discovery around the galleries and get closer to some of the most famous objects in the collection.

£14
1 Jul 2022 - 31 Jul 2022

Small groups of children and adults looking in display cases in the Enlightenment gallery.

Gallery talks & tours

Out-of-hours tour: an introduction to the British Museum . Book now .

Explore the oldest room in the Museum in this special guided tour before the galleries open to the public.

£33
2 Jul 2022 - 17 Dec 2022

View of the Sir Joseph Hotung Gallery of China and South Asia, Room 33.

Gallery talks & tours

Out-of-hours tour: an introduction to China . Book now .

Journey through the extraordinary cultures of China in this special guided tour.

£33
30 Jun 2022 - 17 Dec 2022

Two visitors looking up at mummies standing in a case.

Gallery talks & tours

Out-of-hours tour: life and death in ancient Egypt . Book now .

Discover what tombs and burial goods tell us about the lives of ancient Egyptian people in this exclusive guided tour.

£33
2 Jul 2022 - 18 Dec 2022