Exhibitions and events
Special exhibitions
Free exhibitions and displays
Desire, love, identity - an LGBTQ+ tour of the British Museum
Explore a fascinating selection of objects with LGBTQ connections, from the ancient world to the present day, on our volunteer-led tour.
Around the world in 90 minutes tour
Join a 90-minute guided tour exploring the British Museum’s most iconic artifacts, from ancient Greek sculptures to Egyptian antiquities.
Out-of-hours tour: an introduction to the British Museum
Explore the oldest room in the Museum in this special guided tour before the galleries open to the public.
Past exhibitions
Take a look at our past exhibitions and enjoy the articles, videos and image galleries still available to view online.
UK touring exhibitions and loans
Discover how the British Museum works with UK museums, galleries and communities to share the collection with as many people as possible.
International touring exhibitions
The British Museum partners with museums worldwide to share the collection with international audiences.