The British Museum removed references to “Palestine” from some ancient Middle East displays. The decision has drawn criticism ...

The British Museum has launched a new scheme that will see it share artifacts in its collection with museums in former British colonies. Loans under the “new model” may last up to three years. They ...

The 24-carat gold pendant is linked to Henry VIII’s marriage to Catherine of Aragon.

The only surviving piece of jewelry associated with Henry VIII's marriage to Catherine of Aragon is now in the museum's ...

The British Museum is known for housing a vast collection of artifacts from across the globe. But what was the way some of these treasures were acquired? That’s where things get a little complicated.

Few institutions hold as much global prestige and controversy as the British Museum. Behind its grand façade lies a collection shaped not only by curiosity but also by conquest. Interestingly, many of ...

The British Museum successfully bought a gold pendant connected to Henry VIII and Catherine Aragon after raising the money ...

The British Museum has received a private collection of Chinese ceramics estimated at approximately £1 billion GBP ($1.27 billion USD) — the highest-value object gift in UK museum history. Donated by ...

The British Museum, home to the largest collection of artifacts in the world, has fired a staff member on suspicion of stealing and damaging items including gold, gems and centuries-old glass. Items ...

LONDON, Oct 18 (Reuters) - The British Museum said on Wednesday it planned to digitise its entire collection, citing the need to secure public access to its vast catalogue after it reported in August ...

LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM - 2009: Visitors to the British Museum are seen outside the entrance in this 2009 London, United Kingdom, cityscape photo. LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM - 2009: ...