Category : Museums


Protest at Nigerian Museum Over Benin Bronzes

Protesters storm Museum of West African Art in Benin City amid ongoing dispute over ownership of Benin bronzes looted by British colonial forces. Read the full story.

British Museum Samurai Show Challenges Warrior Myths

Groundbreaking British Museum exhibition reveals the complex reality of samurai life beyond pop culture stereotypes, featuring women warriors and artistic creations. Book tickets from 10 November.

NHM's T-Rex sports new 2025 Christmas jumper

London's Natural History Museum dresses its animatronic T-Rex in a new Christmas jumper for the 2025 festive season. Buy your own jumper and support the museum's scientific work.

Louvre Heist Suspect Named: Bodybuilding Daredevil

French authorities identify Florian M as prime suspect in Louvre Museum theft, revealing his background as extreme sports enthusiast and bodybuilder in international art crime investigation.

Louvre heist suspect: Ex-guard and social media star

A former Louvre security guard turned social media influencer stands accused of orchestrating one of the museum's most audacious art thefts, blending digital fame with alleged criminal enterprise.

V&A East Museum opens 25 March 2025 in Olympic Park

London's monumental new V&A East Museum in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park announces its 25 March 2025 opening with groundbreaking exhibitions celebrating global creativity and fashion history.

V&A East: Unapologetically Diverse Museum for Gen Z

The new V&A East museum in Stratford promises to revolutionise the museum experience with diverse collections, digital innovation and community focus designed to captivate younger audiences.

Tutankhamun's Mask & Typhoon Aftermath Photos

From ancient Egyptian treasures unveiled at the British Museum to dramatic typhoon aftermath across Asia - today's most compelling visual stories captured by Guardian photographers worldwide.

Natural History Museum London: An Unforgettable Journey

Discover the breathtaking wonders of London's Natural History Museum - from the iconic blue whale skeleton to dinosaur fossils and geological marvels that will transport you through millions of years of Earth's history.

Louvre jewellery heist: thieves were petty criminals

Exclusive details emerge about the audacious Louvre jewellery theft, with French prosecutors revealing the suspects were petty criminals rather than master thieves in a robbery that stunned Paris.

Louvre Heist: Two More Suspects Charged

French authorities have charged two additional suspects in connection with the sophisticated Louvre Museum theft, bringing the total to four individuals facing prosecution for the high-profile art heist that shocked Paris.

World's Most Valuable Museum Opens After 20-Year Build

After two decades of planning and construction, the monumental Museum of Planetary Heritage has finally opened its doors, housing artefacts valued at nearly £1 billion in a spectacular new cultural landmark.

Woman charged in Louvre jewellery heist

French authorities charge woman in connection with sophisticated Louvre jewellery theft that saw €5 million in treasures stolen from prestigious Paris museum.

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