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Establishment name:
British Museum
Establishment type:
Places to Visit
Open all year:
Yes
Opening times:
Open daily 10.00am - 5.30pm. Selected galleries are open late on Thursdays and Fridays until 8.30pm.
Credit cards accepted:
Yes

Description

Founded in 1753 by Act of Parliament, from the collections of Sir Hans Sloane, the British Museum is one of the great museums of the world, showing the works of man from prehistoric to modern times with collections drawn from the whole world. Famous objects include the Rosetta Stone, sculptures from the Parthenon, the Sutton Hoo and Mildenhall treasures and the Portland Vase. There is also a programme of special exhibitions and daily gallery tours, talks and guided tours.

Location

Address:
British Museum, Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG
Nearest major airport:
London Heathrow Airport

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British Museum

Showing the works of man from prehistoric to modern times from around the world

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