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The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 week ago
Design

British Museum on the hunt for 'visionary' design team to help transform space

The British Museum launched a competition to transform 7,500 square meters of gallery space as part of its masterplan. [ more ]
Time Out London
1 week ago
London

This major London museum is getting a huge 50 million redesign

The British Museum is embarking on its biggest building project since the 1820s, aiming to revitalize its 'western range' housing key artifacts.
The museum's funding partnership with fossil fuel giant BP has caused controversy and led to resignations and calls for non-participation from environmental campaigners. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Writing

Michelangelo and the most sublime declarations of gay love in art

Michelangelo's drawings for Tommaso de' Cavalieri are considered sublime declarations of gay love in art. [ more ]
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The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
4 weeks ago
Marketing

Social media backlash: how (and how not) to respond when your art organisation comes under fire

The British Museum faced backlash over a controversial social media post, leading to an official apology and deletions. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
Marketing

British Museum under fire for sharing 'sexist' TikTok video about Roman exhibition

The British Museum faced accusations of sexism over a deleted TikTok video promoting an exhibition.
The museum defended the video, clarifying it was meant as a joke connected to a 'Roman Empire' trend. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London

George Osborne clashed with No 10 over selection of British Museum director

Government interference in British Museum director appointment process by requiring names for selection is met with resistance from trustee chair
Increasing politicisation of nominations to museum boards highlights challenges in maintaining independence and focus on suitability of candidates [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Top UK museums admit hundreds of items lost, stolen or destroyed

Hundreds of important items have been lost, stolen, or destroyed from top UK museums over the past five years.
The British Museum faced a crisis with missing artifacts and appointed a new director amidst growing international scrutiny. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Europe news

British Museum Details Extent of Stolen and Damaged Items

Around 1,500 artifacts are missing or stolen from the British Museum's Greek and Roman stores.
Another 350 items have been damaged and gold parts are likely unrecoverable. [ more ]
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www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

New British Museum director will oversee architectural and intellectual' change

Nicholas Cullinan appointed new director of British Museum after board of trustees and Prime Minister approval
Cullinan aims to oversee significant transformations at the British Museum, including architectural and intellectual aspects. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London

British Museum appoints new director after alleged thefts scandal

Nicholas Cullinan appointed as new director of the British Museum
Cullinan faces challenges in addressing missing artifacts and overseeing museum renovation. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Design

Nicholas Cullinan: energetic leader tasked with British Museum overhaul

Nicholas Cullinan appointed as the new director of the British Museum based on reputation and leadership skills
Cullinan faces challenges in overseeing the ambitious masterplan at the British Museum and navigating controversies like the partnership with BP. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
Design

Nicholas Cullinan is appointed director of the British Museum

Nicholas Cullinan appointed to lead the British Museum after successes at the National Portrait Gallery.
Cullinan brings experience from the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Tate Modern to the new role. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Europe news

British Museum Sues Former Curator for Return of Stolen Items

Former curator ordered to return stolen artifacts from British Museum.
Court documents reveal former curator sold museum items on eBay. [ more ]
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www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

British Museum shuts early after protest by pro-Palestine climate activists

Around 200 protesters demonstrated against climate change and in support of Palestine at the British Museum.
British Museum closed early due to protests; visitors allowed refunds or rescheduling. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London

British Museum closes to visitors as Energy Embargo for Palestine group gathers outside

Protesters demand end to British Museum's partnership with BP over conflict in Gaza
New protest group urges boycott of the museum due to sponsorship by BP [ more ]
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www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

British Museum told of unexploded bomb risk on Bloomsbury site amid energy centre plans

The British Museum faces a medium risk of unexploded Second World War bombs on its site.
The museum's plans for a new energy center involve demolishing buildings and creating more efficient heating systems. [ more ]
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BBC News
2 months ago
London

British Museum is the most-visited UK attraction again

The British Museum was the top UK attraction in 2023 with a significant increase in visitors.
Indoor attractions saw a much higher increase in visitors compared to outdoor attractions. [ more ]
ianVisits
2 months ago
London

British Museum retakes crown for the UK's most visited attraction

The British Museum is the UK's most visited attraction again.
Indoor attractions saw a 23% increase compared to 2% for outdoor attractions. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

British Museum bounces back from scandal to be UK's most visited attraction

The British Museum was the most popular UK visitor attraction in 2023 with 5.8 million visitors.
Despite controversies, other top attractions like the Natural History Museum and Windsor Great Park also saw significant increases in visitors. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
Marketing

British Museum sparks sexism row with joke confused' women can attract men

The British Museum faced criticism for a sexist promotion.
Some defended the museum's humor, while others found it offensive. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Fresh Elgin Marbles row as Greece brands fashion show at British Museum an insult'

The British Museum faces backlash for hosting a fashion show near the contested Elgin Marbles.
Greece continues to demand the return of the Elgin Marbles taken by Lord Elgin from the Acropolis in the 19th century. [ more ]
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BBC News
3 months ago
London

Gems stolen from British Museum seen for first time

356 stolen objects have been recovered from six different sources, 10 of which are now on display in an exhibition called Rediscovering Gems.
The stolen gems provide insights into the tastes and mindset of ancient Romans. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Thefts will be net loss for British Museum despite hopeful recovery'

The British Museum is hopeful about recovering stolen objects ahead of a new exhibit showcasing the tracked down items.
The exhibition, called Rediscovering Gems, shows 10 previously stolen items and other classical Greek and Roman artefacts. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

British Museum to put stolen items on public display

The British Museum is putting stolen items on display in a new exhibition.
The exhibition is part of the museum's culture change and effort to take ownership of its own story. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

British Museum to put stolen items on public display in gems exhibition

The British Museum is putting stolen items on display in an exhibition called Rediscovering Gems, along with other objects that were not stolen.
All previously stolen items will be in their own showcase and clearly labelled.
The exhibition will run from February 15 to June 15. [ more ]
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Londonist
3 months ago
London

29 Things To Do In London On 29 February

Tick off your London bucket list
Explore the British Museum's Legion exhibition [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 months ago
London

Tony Blair backed return of Elgin Marbles to boost London's Olympics bid, released papers reveal

Tony Blair responded enthusiastically to a proposal to return the Elgin Marbles to Greece in an attempt to boost support for London's bid to host the Olympic Games.
No 10 advisers believed the Marbles could be a powerful bargaining chip in the race to host the 2012 summer games. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
London

British Museum told to keep better records after theft of 1,500 items

The British Museum must keep a comprehensive register of all items in its collections after the theft of up to 1,500 objects over recent years.
The museum is already taking steps to address the issue, including identifying unregistered or inadequately registered objects and completing documentation and digitization of the entire collection within five years. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
5 months ago
London

Ex-staff member accused of British Museum thefts 'not talking or co-operating'

A former British Museum staff member is not cooperating with recovery efforts after being accused of stealing artifacts.
Of the 2,000 items, 1,500 are missing or stolen, with portions of 350 items removed and 140 items damaged by tool marks. [ more ]
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Time Out London
5 months ago
London

Parts of Kew Gardens and the British Museum archives are moving to... Reading

London's museums are considering relocating parts of their collections to Reading University's Thames Valley Science Park due to ageing buildings and limited storage space.
The British Museum has already moved 1.5 million objects to the science park's archeological research collection.
The Natural History Museum is planning to move 28 million specimens to a new facility, but is facing opposition from former staff members. [ more ]
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