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Picasso Prints: The Vollard Suite
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 3rd May 2012 to 2nd September 2012
British Museum, Great Russell Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1B | At British Museum
The British Museum has recently been fortunate enough to acquire the complete Vollard Suite - a set of 100 etchings produced by Picasso between 1930 and ...More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 3rd May 2012 to 2nd September 2012
British Museum, Great Russell Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1B | At British Museum
The British Museum has recently been fortunate enough to acquire the complete Vollard Suite - a set of 100 etchings produced by Picasso between 1930 and ...More
Shakespeare: Staging the World
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 19th June 2012 to 25th November 2012
British Museum, Great Russell Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1B | At British Museum
The British Museum has teamed up with the Royal Shakespeare Company this year to gain some insight into the nation's favourite playwright. There's no doubt that ...More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 19th June 2012 to 25th November 2012
British Museum, Great Russell Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1B | At British Museum
The British Museum has teamed up with the Royal Shakespeare Company this year to gain some insight into the nation's favourite playwright. There's no doubt that ...More
Mine to Medals
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 8th February 2012 to 9th September 2012
British Museum, Great Russell Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1B | At British Museum
For some this British Museum exhibition may be as close as they'll get to an Olympic gold medal - despite their best endeavours. Mine to Medals: ...More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 8th February 2012 to 9th September 2012
British Museum, Great Russell Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1B | At British Museum
For some this British Museum exhibition may be as close as they'll get to an Olympic gold medal - despite their best endeavours. Mine to Medals: ...More
Anthropology In The World: Conference
London > Events > Business Events Dates: 8th June, 9th June and 10th June 2012
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Talks and discussions about the relevance of the study of mankind to work in various fields....More
London > Events > Business Events Dates: 8th June, 9th June and 10th June 2012
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Talks and discussions about the relevance of the study of mankind to work in various fields....More
Sui Jianguo's Discus Thrower
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 1st June 2012 to 9th September 2012 - Various Times
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
A modern, sculptural interpretation of the Townley Discobolus statue, excavated in 1791 at Hadrian's villas near Rome....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 1st June 2012 to 9th September 2012 - Various Times
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
A modern, sculptural interpretation of the Townley Discobolus statue, excavated in 1791 at Hadrian's villas near Rome....More
Money In Bamako And London
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 1st June 2012 to 1st July 2012 - Various Times
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Photographs and interview transcripts highlighting the differences in how money is used in two capital cities, against the backdrop of economic and political instability, featuring images ...More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 1st June 2012 to 1st July 2012 - Various Times
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Photographs and interview transcripts highlighting the differences in how money is used in two capital cities, against the backdrop of economic and political instability, featuring images ...More
The Citi Money Gallery: An Introduction: Lecture
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 15th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
With curator Catherine Eagleton....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 15th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
With curator Catherine Eagleton....More
Colloquium: The Roman Olympic Games: Lecture
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Saturday 16th June 2012 - 2.30pm-5pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Three discussions about the games' culture....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Saturday 16th June 2012 - 2.30pm-5pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Three discussions about the games' culture....More
More Than A Mascot' Wenlock And The Greek: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 15th June 2012 - 6.30pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Classicist Mary Beard discusses the connections between the mascot and the ancient games....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 15th June 2012 - 6.30pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Classicist Mary Beard discusses the connections between the mascot and the ancient games....More
Olympia: The Fruits Of Excavation: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 15th June 2012 - 6.30pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Dr Nigel Spivey discusses the archaeological dig at the site and the project's results....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 15th June 2012 - 6.30pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Dr Nigel Spivey discusses the archaeological dig at the site and the project's results....More
Virtual Visitors: Why Would Anyone Want To Visit The Virtual British Museum Collections Online': Lec
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Thursday 14th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
With Melissa Terras....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Thursday 14th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
With Melissa Terras....More
The Horses Of Ancient Iran: Lecture
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 8th June 2012 - 6pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
The British Museum's John Curtis discusses the animal's history in the country....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 8th June 2012 - 6pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
The British Museum's John Curtis discusses the animal's history in the country....More
The Power Of Authority On Coins: From Pre-Islamic To Islamic Middle East: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Tuesday 26th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Vesta Curtis discusses designs of currency....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Tuesday 26th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Vesta Curtis discusses designs of currency....More
The Power Of Myth In Ancient Mexico: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 20th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Independent speaker Julia Flood discusses folklore from the country....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 20th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Independent speaker Julia Flood discusses folklore from the country....More
The Role Of The Horse In China From The Shang To The Tang Dynasty: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 8th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Carol Michaelson discusses how the animal features in the country....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Friday 8th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Carol Michaelson discusses how the animal features in the country....More
The Role Of The Polished Axe In Neolithic Society: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 13th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Independent speaker Elizabeth Wilkes discusses how the weapon featured in the people's life....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 13th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Independent speaker Elizabeth Wilkes discusses how the weapon featured in the people's life....More
Science And Money: The Technology Of Coin Production Through The Ages: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Tuesday 12th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Former materials scientist Paul Craddock discusses how currency is made....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Tuesday 12th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Former materials scientist Paul Craddock discusses how currency is made....More
Sumerian Kingship: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Saturday 23rd June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Independent speaker Lorna Oakes discusses the civilisation's rulers....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Saturday 23rd June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Independent speaker Lorna Oakes discusses the civilisation's rulers....More
Glass In Tudor Times: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Thursday 15th November 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Aileen Dawson discusses the material....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Thursday 15th November 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Aileen Dawson discusses the material....More
It Was Greek To Me: The Ancient Greek Theatre: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 25th July 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Ian Jenkins discusses the country's culture of performances....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 25th July 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Ian Jenkins discusses the country's culture of performances....More
Masks And Masquerade: The Arts Of Transformation In Africa: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 17th October 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Fiona Sheales discusses the use of the objects....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 17th October 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Fiona Sheales discusses the use of the objects....More
Shakespeare And Money: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Thursday 19th July 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Barrie Cook discusses how the playwright mentions money....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Thursday 19th July 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Barrie Cook discusses how the playwright mentions money....More
Horse Power In Ice Age Art: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 18th July 2012 - 1.15pm-2pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Jill Cook discusses the pictures....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 18th July 2012 - 1.15pm-2pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Jill Cook discusses the pictures....More
Horses: Archaeology, History And Myth: Lecture
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Monday 16th July 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Catherine Johns looks at the myths surrounding horses and the place they hold in difference cultures....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Monday 16th July 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Catherine Johns looks at the myths surrounding horses and the place they hold in difference cultures....More
At Home With The Neanderthals: Excavations At La Cotte De St Brelade, Jersey: Lecture
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Thursday 7th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Dr Matt Pope discusses the work at the site and the evolution of the human relative....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Thursday 7th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Dr Matt Pope discusses the work at the site and the evolution of the human relative....More
Money And Modernity: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 6th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Project Curator Tom Hockenhull discusses currency....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 6th June 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Project Curator Tom Hockenhull discusses currency....More
Medieval Animation Workshop
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Sunday 10th June 2012 at 11am and 2pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
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London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Sunday 10th June 2012 at 11am and 2pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
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Shakespeare's Time: Clock-Making In Elizabethan London: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 3rd October 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Paul Buck discusses the manufacture of time pieces....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Wednesday 3rd October 2012 - 1.15pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Curator Paul Buck discusses the manufacture of time pieces....More
North American Landscape: An Introduction: Talk
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Tuesday 21st August 2012 - 1.15pm-2pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Steve Ruddy from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew discusses the scenery....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Tuesday 21st August 2012 - 1.15pm-2pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Steve Ruddy from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew discusses the scenery....More
Pagans, Christians And Muslims: Egypt In The First Millennium AD: Seminar
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Monday 9th July 2012 at 2pm-6pm & Tuesday 10th July 2012 at 9am-6pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Scholars discuss the evidence from archaeological sites....More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Monday 9th July 2012 at 2pm-6pm & Tuesday 10th July 2012 at 9am-6pm
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B | At British Museum
Scholars discuss the evidence from archaeological sites....More
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What's On Today Near British Museum Modern Chinese Ink Paintings Exhibitions | Until 2nd September 2012 British Museum At British Museum Forty striking paintings produced by master artists in mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and America over the last 100 years, ...More Crowns And Ducats: Shakespeare's Money And Medals Exhibitions | Until 25th November 2012 British Museum At British Museum A display of various coins that appear in the plays of Shakespeare, shown alongside other objects, medals and prints that ...More The Horse: From Arabia To Royal Ascot Exhibitions | Until 30th September 2012 British Museum At British Museum Stone reliefs, paintings, ceramics, manuscripts, gold and clay models, figurines, photographs, trophies and rosettes relate the history of the horse ...More Sui Jianguo's Discus Thrower Exhibitions | Until 9th September 2012 British Museum At British Museum A modern, sculptural interpretation of the Townley Discobolus statue, excavated in 1791 at Hadrian's villas near Rome....More Money In Bamako And London Exhibitions | Until 1st July 2012 British Museum At British Museum Photographs and interview transcripts highlighting the differences in how money is used in two capital cities, against the backdrop of ...More Picasso Prints: The Vollard Suite Exhibitions | Until 2nd September 2012 British Museum At British Museum The British Museum has recently been fortunate enough to acquire the complete Vollard Suite - a set of 100 etchings ...More Mine to Medals Exhibitions | Until 9th September 2012 British Museum At British Museum For some this British Museum exhibition may be as close as they'll get to an Olympic gold medal - despite ...More Horses, Hawks And Hounds Kids Events | Until 8th June 2012 British Museum At British Museum Animal-themed activities across the week....More  Rock Of Ages Theatre | Until 21st October 2012 Shaftesbury Theatre 4 minutes walk from British Museum A girl meets a city rocker in a famous Los Angeles rock club, and they fall in love to classic ...More 
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