Visiting as a Member
Free entry
Opening times
Daily: 10.00–17.00 (Fridays: 20.30)
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Members can visit all special exhibitions for free as well as enjoy exclusive viewings, events and online content.
You won't need to book to visit Hieroglyphs: unlocking ancient Egypt (open until 19 February 2023). But you'll need to show your Membership card to gain entry.
If you're visiting before your Membership card arrives, on the day of your visit, please bring the confirmation emails of your Membership purchase to the Membership Desk in the Great Court. We'll then issue a temporary card to access your on-site benefits.
The safety and security of our staff and visitors is very important to us. Face coverings are recommended for the protection of yourself and others, unless you’re exempt. Hand sanitiser stations can be found throughout the Museum and we recommend washing or sanitising your hands regularly. See the Visit page for more information.
The visitor and Member cloakroom is located near the Main entrance on Great Russell Street. See the Members' FAQs for more information.
Read the Membership FAQs page for any queries about your visit, or contact us at friends@britishmuseum.org
Exhibitions
Members can visit all special exhibitions for free as well as enjoying exclusive viewings, events and content. You won't need to book to visit Hieroglyphs: unlocking ancient Egypt (open until 19 February 2023). But you'll need to show your Membership card to gain entry.
If you're visiting before your Membership card arrives, please bring your Membership purchase confirmation email to the Membership Desk in the Great Court on the day of your visit. We'll then issue a temporary card to access your on-site benefits.
Please visit the Membership FAQ page for more information on visiting the Museum.
Contact the Membership Office
Email: friends@britishmuseum.org
Phone: +44 (0)20 7323 8195
Opening times
Monday–Friday: 10.00–16.00
Closed: weekends and bank holidays
Visit the Membership FAQs for the latest information.