Rembrandt Lion Drawing Sells for $18m for Conservation
A small chalk drawing of a lion by Rembrandt has sold for a record $18 million at a Sotheby's auction in New York, with proceeds benefiting big cat conservation charity Panthera.
Category : Museums
AI Casts Doubt on Van Eyck Paintings in US and Italy
Artificial intelligence analysis of two versions of Saint Francis of Assisi Receiving the Stigmata suggests neither may be by Jan van Eyck, challenging museum attributions.
Readers' Favourite Unsung European Museums and Galleries
Discover hidden cultural gems across Europe as readers share their favourite unsung museums and art galleries, from local history spots to contemporary art spaces.
Louvre Crown Damaged in Heist to Be Restored
The Louvre releases photos of Empress Eugenie's crown damaged in a £76m heist, confirming restoration is possible despite significant deformation.
Louvre Heist: Empress Crown Damaged in Thieves' Escape
The priceless crown of Empress Eugenie was badly deformed after thieves dropped it during a brazen daylight heist at the Louvre in Paris, though it can be fully restored.
Metamorphoses Exhibition at Rijksmuseum: Ancient Myths, Modern Art
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam presents 'Metamorphoses', an exhibition exploring Ovid's myths through art from Bernini to Bourgeois, featuring themes of transformation, gender, and power.
Leighton House Museum's 100th Birthday Celebrations in 2026
Leighton House Museum in Holland Park marks its 100th anniversary in 2026 with a spectacular programme of exhibitions exploring its Victorian origins, Arab Hall, and artistic legacy.
Samurai Exhibition Sparks Debate on Women's History
A new British Museum exhibition on samurai history has ignited international discussion about the roles of women in samurai culture, with a historian clarifying media oversimplifications.
Doberman Penny Wins Westminster Dog Show in New York
A Doberman Pinscher named Penny has been crowned Best in Show at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York, marking a historic victory for the breed.
Angel Resembling Meloni Removed from Rome Church Fresco
A fresco angel in Rome's Basilica of St Lawrence in Lucina, restored to resemble PM Giorgia Meloni, has been erased following Vatican intervention and investigations.
London's Weirdest Museum: Bones & Taxidermy
Explore London's Viktor Wynd Museum of Curiosities, crowned the UK's weirdest tourist attraction with dodo bones, taxidermy, and occult artefacts in Hackney.
God's Own Junkyard: London's Neon Wonderland
Discover God's Own Junkyard, a free neon art attraction in Walthamstow featuring Chris Bracey's iconic signs from Soho to Hollywood films.
London Museum Named UK's Weirdest Attraction
A new study reveals three quirky London attractions among the UK's strangest, with The Viktor Wynd Museum of Curiosities taking the top spot for weirdness.
Gandhi Statue Stolen in Melbourne, India Seeks Answers
A bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi has been stolen from a Melbourne park, prompting an investigation and diplomatic concern from the Indian government.
Arthouse Films Draw Intergenerational Crowds in Australia
Independent arthouse films at venues like Brisbane's Gallery of Modern Art are attracting diverse, young audiences, with cinematheques seeing a surge in intergenerational family attendance and a shift from streaming to curated cinema experiences.
Marie Antoinette Exhibition London: Dates and Tickets
Discover the Marie Antoinette exhibition at London's V&A museum, featuring royal fashion and modern designs. Learn about closing dates, ticket prices, and the nearest Tube stop.
Queer Britain Museum Reopens with New LGBTQ+ Exhibits
The UK's only museum dedicated to LGBTQ+ history, Queer Britain, reopens in King's Cross with eight new displays and special exhibitions exploring protest music, sport, and more.
Pantanal's Fiery Crisis: Photographer's London Exhibition
Ahead of a major London exhibition, award-winning photographer Lalo de Almeida shares harrowing stories from the Pantanal wetlands, documenting unprecedented wildfires and their devastating impact on wildlife and landscapes.
Rome Church Angel Restoration Sparks Meloni Controversy
Investigations launched after restored angel in Rome basilica allegedly resembles Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, causing political and ecclesiastical uproar.
See Tonight's Snow Moon: February Full Moon Guide
The Snow Moon, February's full moon, peaks tonight at 10.09pm UK time. Learn about its Native American origins, viewing tips with binoculars or telescope, and other monthly moon names.
Ancient Plague Mass Grave Discovered in Jordan
Archaeologists uncover mass burial site in Jordan offering new insights into the Justinian plague's impact on urban life and mobility during the 6th-8th centuries.
Mosaic Rooms Gallery Reopens in Earl's Court
The Mosaic Rooms, a free art museum in Earl's Court dedicated to Arabic culture, reopens on February 18 after a major refurbishment, featuring new spaces and exhibitions.
Samurai Exhibition: Lethal Warriors at British Museum
The British Museum's Samurai exhibition showcases Japan's warrior elite through extraordinary armour, art and history, revealing their violent yet artistic legacy.
Arrest After 600+ Museum Artefacts Stolen in Bristol
A man has been arrested following the theft of over 600 culturally significant artefacts from Bristol Museum's British Empire and Commonwealth collection. Police continue to search for four suspects.
Museums Urge Labour to Rethink Donor Rules
Leading UK museums face fundraising challenges following the non-dom exodus, calling for government to revive tax incentives for major philanthropic gifts to cultural institutions.
Man Arrested After Bristol Museum Theft
A 41-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the theft of over 600 culturally significant artefacts from Bristol Museum's British Empire and Commonwealth collection.
V&A East Museum Opens in London with Music Exhibition
The highly anticipated V&A East Museum opens in Stratford this spring, launching with a landmark exhibition exploring Black British music from 1900 to present day.
Earth-Sized Exoplanet HD 137010 b Discovered
Astronomers identify HD 137010 b, a potentially habitable Earth-sized planet 146 light-years away, with a 50% chance of being in its star's habitable zone.
McCullin's Roman Statue Photos Debut in Bath Exhibition
The Holburne Museum in Bath presents Don McCullin's 'Broken Beauty', showcasing his Roman sculpture photographs alongside iconic war images in his final UK show.
Pokémon Natural History Museum Pop-Up: Exclusive Merch Guide
The Natural History Museum in London hosts a Pokémon pop-up shop with exclusive merchandise themed around 'Pokécology', blending gaming nostalgia with museum aesthetics.
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