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An in-gallery photo from Arctic: culture and climate showing objects on display.

The Citi exhibition

Arctic: culture and climate

While the Museum is temporarily closed, there are several ways to enjoy this ‘engrossing’ (The Telegraph) show from the comfort of your own home.

Take part in our programme of exhibition-related events throughout November and December – find out what's coming up here.

Sign up to our events newsletter here to be the first to be notified when new events are released and book your place. 

Find all our curators’ blogs, and discover which 10 essentials you need to live in the most Northerly region in the world, here.

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Lead supporter Citi

Supported by
Julie and Stephen Fitzgerald
AKO Foundation

A children's fishing game set in the Arctic.

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Inspired by the Arctic

Explore the Arctic with our range of homeware, toys, gifts and stationary accompanying the exhibition – we ship worldwide from our online shop.

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An in-gallery photograph from Tantra: enlightenment to revolution, showing the exhibition.

Tantra: enlightenment to revolution

Our ‘bewitching’ (The Times) Tantra exhibition may be on hold for now, but you can still catch up on all the latest Tantra exhibition events on our dedicated YouTube channel. 

With lectures, discussions and performances on related topics, there’s plenty to discover to watch anytime and anywhere. Subscribe to the channel to get our latest events on your feed.

Find out what’s coming up and book your place for our next exhibition events here

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Supported by the Bagri Foundation 

A scarf with floral patterns and a horse rider in the centre.

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Inspired by Tantra

From tea towels to incense, pendants to pencil cases, browse our range of specially designed products inspired by the power and beauty of Tantra.

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A close-up photograph of a gold clock face.

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From £64

Support the work of the Museum and enjoy a special programme of dedicated online events and more, even while we’re closed. Plus, Members get 10% off in our shops all year round. 

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Join in

Free online event

From clothing and accessories to hair styles, what are people of African descent ‘reclaiming’ when it comes to fashion? Join an expert panel on 27 November as they discuss.

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The blue and yellow Lampedusa cross, against a black background.

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Objects of crisis

In the final episode of our recent YouTube series, Director Hartwig Fischer speaks to playwright and Trustee Pat Cumper about the Lampedusa cross, and the act of compassion that brought it into being.

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A close up of a cast on display in Room 52.

Donate today

Support the Museum

Donations are vitally important to the care, preservation, and display of the collection and enable the inspirational work of our curators and conservators. 

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A photo of the Parthenon Sculptures on display in Room 18.

Stay connected

Museum from home

Whether it's a virtual visit or a Curator’s corner, there are plenty of ways to keep exploring the British Museum online –  find 11 of our favourites below.

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A replica of the Lewis Chessmen chess set.

Gift giving

From traditional games to homeware inspired by the collection, we have everything from small presents to statement pieces. 

Browse our online shop to find the perfect gifts.

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Also in London...

Hold still, a portrait of our nation in 2020

National Portrait Gallery

Spearheaded by The Duchess of Cambridge in collaboration with the National Portrait Gallery, Hold Still is an ambitious nationwide photography project, culminating in a digital and outdoor community exhibition presenting a unique, highly personal record of this extraordinary period in our history. Find out more

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Images:

Inside the Citi exhibition Arctic: culture and climate

Inside Tantra: enlightenment to revolution

John Naylor (active about 1725–1752), astronomical calendar clock. Brass, gold, ebony and pine, London, 1720–1725.

Araminta de Clermont (b. 1971), NAMHLA, KHAYELITSHA from the series BEFORE LIFE. Digital print, 2008. Photo © de Clermont, Araminta, 1971.

The Lampedusa cross, made from pieces of a boat wrecked off the coast of Lampedusa, Italy, carrying refugees from Somalia and Eritrea. Made by carpenter Francesco Tuccio, 2014.

A dish made of green, blue, and purple glazed pottery. Iznik, Turkey, about 1540–1550.

Inside Room 18.


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