Whats On at British Museum

Late at British Museum

Enjoy a spot of late night culture at the next Late at British Museum event. (Event times vary)

Mine To Medals

Medals for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. (Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.30pm, Fri 10am-8.30pm, closed Dec 24-26, Jan 1, ends Sep 9)

Hoshino Yukinobu: Manga At The British Museum

Drawings and prints from the manga series Professor Munakata's British Museum Adventure, including concept and preparatory sketches. (Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.30pm, Fri 10am-8.30pm, closed Dec 24-26, Jan 1, ends Apr 8)

Landscape, Heroes And Folktales: German Romantic Prints and Drawings

More than 1000 prints and drawings from the 18th and 19th centuries by artists including Caspar David Friedrich, Philipp Otto Runge, Wilhelm Tischbein and Carl Wilhelm Kolbe. (Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.30pm, Fri 10am-8.30pm, closed Dec 24-26, Jan 1, ends Apr 8)

Grayson Perry at British Museum

An exhibition curated by Grayson Perry at British Museum takes place this winter as the renowned artist and Turner Prize winner showcases a collection of various different objects from the world of design, alongside a selection of his own work (10am - 6pm)

Grayson Perry: The Tomb Of The Unknown Craftsman

Vases, tapestries and a richly decorated cast iron coffin-ship by the Turner Prize-winning artist are showcased alongside objects from the museum's collection. (From Oct 6, Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.30pm, Fri 10am-8.30pm, closed Dec 24-26, Jan 1, ends Feb 26)

The Cost Of Living In Roman And Modern Britain

Artefacts and documents comparing the quality of life in ancient times with that of the present day. (Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.30pm, Fri 10am-8.30pm, closed Dec 24-26, Jan 1, ends Apr 15)

British Museum

A vast array of art and antiquities, held in trust for the nation. Extensive collections feature anthropological artefacts from all over the world, with items from Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, including sculptures from the Parthenon in Athens. As well as the major permanent collections, the museum hosts a programme of world-class exhibitions. (Mon-Sun 10am-5.30pm, closed Dec 24-26, Jan 1)

British Museum: Great Court

A two-acre square, enclosed by a spectacular glass roof, transforms the museum's inner courtyard, with the world-famous Reading Room at its centre, into the largest covered public square in Europe. (Mon-Wed, Sat & Sun 9am-5.30pm, Thu & Fri 9am-8.30pm, closed Dec 24-26, Jan 1)

Hajj Exhibition at British Museum

The first major exhibition to explore the traditional pilgrimage to Mecca which is central to the Muslim faith, the Hajj exhibition at British Museum concludes the venue's series of shows that focus on spiritual journeys. (10am-5.30pm Sat-Thurs
10am-8.30pm Fri)

Hajj: Journey To The Heart Of Islam

A major show dedicated to the pilgrimage to Mecca, exploring the significance of the Hajj as on of Islam's Five Pillars. Featuring archaeological material and manuscripts, textiles, contemporary art and historic photographs. (From Jan 26, Mon-Thu, Sat & Sun 10am-5.30pm, Fri 10am-8.30pm, ends Apr 15)

Arabian Encounters

Activities based on the cultures of the region. (Feb 13-17, 11am-4pm)

The Greeks In Southern Italy: Talk

Carolyn Perry discusses the subject. (Feb 14, 1.15pm)

The Human Form In Ancient Cyprus: Talk

Thomas Kiely discusses the island's human life. (Feb 14, 1.15pm)

Scientific Insight Into The Origins Of Two Crystal Skulls: Talk

Margaret Sax discusses where the objects came from. (Feb 15, 1.15pm)

2012 Olympic Medals: Talk

Philip Atwood discusses the subject. (Feb 16, 1.15pm)

Court Life In Imperial China: Talk

Iside Carbone discusses the courtiers' daily life. (Feb 17, 1.15pm)

The Transformation Of The Mycenaean World: Lecture

Professor Sigrid Deger-Jalkotzy discusses the fall of the palaces. (Feb 17, 6.30pm, booking essential)

Hajj: Curator's Introduction: Lecture

Venetia Porter and Qaisra Khan discuss the Hajj: Journey To The Heart Of Islam exhibition. (Feb 18, 1.15pm, booking essential)

Passport To The Afterlife

Follow a trail about the ancient Egyptian Book Of The Dead. (Feb 18, 11.30am-3.30pm)

Pattern And Colour In Iznik Ceramics: Talk

Anne Haworth discusses Turkish pottery. (Feb 18, 1.15pm)

Create A Comic: Workshop (Over 7s)

(Feb 19, 25, 11.30am-3.30pm)

Time On Your Hands: A History Of The Watch: Talk

Paul Buck discusses the timepiece's history. (Feb 21, 1.15pm)

Transformation And Shape-Shifting In Native North American Art: Talk

Robert Storrie discusses the subject. (Feb 22, 1.15pm)

German Romantic Prints: Defining A New National Identity: Talk

Giulia Bartrum discusses Germany's identity. (Feb 23, 1.15pm)

3,500 Years Of British Treasure: Talk

Ian Richardson discusses objects found in this country. (Feb 24, 1.15pm)

Hajj And The Future Of Islam: Talk

Karen Armstrong and Tariq Ramadan discuss the lessons of the pilgrimage. (Feb 24, 6.30pm)

The Way Of Tea

A demonstration of the Japanese tea ceremony. (Feb 24, 2pm & 3pm)

Digital Music Workshop (Ages 13-18)

Compose a piece of music. (Feb 25, 11am, 2.30pm, booking essential)

Rock Crystal And Other Stone Vessels For The Princely Kunstkammer: Talk

Anne Haworth discusses the subject. (Feb 25, 1.15pm)

Digital Discovery Activities: Workshop (Over 5s)

Take part in a variety of digital activities. (Feb 26, 11.30am-3.30pm)

Korean Ceramics And Metalwares: Talk

Charlotte Horlyck discusses pottery and metallic objects from the country. (Feb 28, 1.15pm)

Women's Arts Of The North American Indians: Talk

Max Carocci discusses the subject. (Feb 29, 1.15pm)

Hajj: Curator's Introduction: Lecture

Venetia Porter and Qaisra Khan discuss the Hajj: Journey To The Heart Of Islam exhibition. (Mar 1, 1.15pm, booking essential)

The Archaeology And Material Culture Of Hajj In Sub-Saharan Africa: Lecture

Tim Insoll discusses the history and processes of the pilgrimage. (Mar 2, 1.15pm, booking essential)

City Lit Classics Day: Talk

Talks, lectures and gallery visits about ancient Greece and Rome. (Mar 3, 10.30am-5.30pm)

Manuscript Illustration And Pigments Workshop

(Mar 3, 10.30am-5pm, booking essential)

Museum Studies Day: Talk

A day of talks about the running of the British Museum. (Mar 12, 11am-3.30pm)

Open University Study Day: Introducing Religions: Talk

Lectures and gallery talks about the beliefs of religions. (Mar 12, 11am-3.30pm)

Jerusalem The Golden: The Church Of The Holy Sepulchre Models: Talk

Jonathan Williams discusses the religious building. (Mar 16, 1.15pm)

The Magnetism Of Mecca: Hajj As Artistic Inspiration: Talk

Idris Khan, Peter Sanders and Ahmed Mater discuss how the pilgrimage inspires their work. (Mar 16, 6.30pm, booking essential)

Arabic And Arabesques: Themes In Islamic Art: Talk

Carolyn Perry discusses the subject. (Mar 17, 1.15pm)

Zoom In: A Closer Look At Science: Talk

The British Museum's scientists and conservators present interactive experience. (Mar 17, 11am-4pm)

Hajj Among Pilgrimages: Lecture

Malise Ruthven and Tim Winter disucss experiences of pilgrimages. (Mar 23, 6.30pm, booking essential)

Printmaking: Monotypes: Workshop

A rare chance to try creative printmaking. (Mar 23, 2pm-5pm)

Buddhist Pilgrimage Sites Across South Asia: Talk

Cam Sharpe-Jones discusses places important to the religion. (Mar 27, 1.15pm)

Open University Study Day: Introducing Religions: Talk

Lectures and gallery talks about the beliefs of religions. (Mar 31, 10.30am-4.30pm, booking essential)

Hajj Art: Young Artists' Work From Saudi Arabia: Talk

Venetia Porter discusses works by the artists. (Apr 4, 1.15pm)

India's Sacred Geography: Pilgrimage In Hindu Tradition: Talk

Sona Datta discusses visits to holy places in the religion. (Apr 10, 1.15pm)

Open University Study Day: From Enlightenment To Romanticism: Talk

Lectures and visits about public science in the Enlightenment. (Apr 14, 10.30am-4.30pm)

Stone Carving: Workshop

(May 26, 10am-5pm, wear suitable clothing, provide your own materials)

The Olympic Games And Sport Across Ancient Cultures: Panel Discussion

A discussion about sporting competitions in different cultures. (Jun 23, 10.30am-4.30pm)

Shakespeare Exhibition at British Museum

An immersive Shakespeare exhibition at British Museum takes place during 2012 as part of the World Shakespeare Festival (10am-5.30pm Sat-Thurs, 10am-8.30pm Fri)

Stone Carving: Workshop

(Jul 21, 10am-5pm, wear suitable clothing, provide your own materials)