Rare Spanish Armada astrolabe returns to Scilly
The Pednathise Head astrolabe, a rare 16th-century navigation instrument lost for centuries, has completed its global journey back to the Isles of Scilly. Discover its remarkable story.
Category : Museums
Louvre heist: €88m jewels stolen in bungled burglary
A dramatic heist at the Louvre saw thieves steal priceless French crown jewels worth €88m. Discover how the bungled burglary unfolded and its cinematic parallels.
Pompeii Immersive Exhibition Review: Silly But Fun
Madrid Artes Digitales brings volcanic destruction to London with The Last Days of Pompeii exhibition at ImmerseLDN until March 2026. Our review of this bombastic VR experience.
Tate staff vote to strike over 'inadequate' pay offer
Over 150 Tate staff will strike from 26 Nov to 2 Dec after rejecting a 2-3% pay rise. The action could disrupt major shows, including a new Turner & Constable exhibition.
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US Museums Lose Government Funding Under Trump
A new survey reveals one-third of US museums have lost government grants since Trump took office, forcing programme cancellations and threatening their future. Discover the impact on cultural institutions.
Turner Neurodivergence Debate and Reader Letters
New documentary explores JMW Turner's potential neurodivergence while readers debate historical perspectives on mental health, volunteer plants, and thriving jazz scenes.
Harlem Studio Museum Secures New Manhattan Home
New York's Harlem Studio Museum announces its new permanent location at 242 East 125th Street after controversial relocation plan. Discover the museum's fresh start.
Fedora Man Unmasked: Louvre Heist Photo Teen Revealed
The mystery of the dapper 'fedora man' from the viral Louvre heist photo is solved. Discover how a 15-year-old French teenager became an accidental internet sensation.
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.
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World's Biggest Pixar Exhibition Coming to London 2026
The massive Mundo Pixar Experience arrives in London Feb 2026. Explore 14 Pixar worlds in a custom Wembley Park venue. Sign up for pre-sale access now!
Fedora Man: French Teen in Viral Louvre Photo Identified
15-year-old Pedro Elias Garzon Delvaux becomes internet sensation after appearing in Louvre crown jewels heist photo. Discover the story behind the viral fedora man mystery.
Louvre Heist Fedora Man is Teen Detective Enthusiast
The man in the fedora pictured outside the Louvre heist is not a detective but a 15-year-old fan of Sherlock Holmes. Discover the true story behind the viral photo that captivated millions.
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.
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Volunteer ruins artwork by cleaning it with toilet paper
A museum volunteer mistakenly cleaned a valuable contemporary artwork, a dust-covered mirror, with toilet paper. The Keelung Museum of Art faces potential compensation claims. Discover the full story.
London Museums Behind Del Toro's Frankenstein
Discover the five hidden London museums that provided visual inspiration for Guillermo del Toro's Netflix horror masterpiece 'Frankenstein'. Plan your visits now!
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 Security Failures Exposed in Damning Heist Report
A scathing auditor's report uncovers catastrophic security lapses at the Louvre, detailing how thieves exploited alarm failures and staff shortages in one of Paris's most audacious art thefts.
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.
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Natural History Museum's T-Rex Christmas Jumper Revealed
London's Natural History Museum unveils spectacular Christmas jumper featuring their iconic T-Rex skeleton, blending prehistoric wonder with festive cheer in South Kensington.
The Marbles Review: Case for Returning Parthenon Treasures
A thoughtful new documentary outlines the powerful ethical and cultural arguments for repatriating the Elgin Marbles to Athens, reigniting the centuries-old debate.
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.
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Paddington Bear Statue Removal Leaves Londoners Heartbroken
The beloved Paddington Bear statue has been removed from Paddington Station, leaving fans emotional and sharing their tearful goodbyes with the iconic character.
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.
William Scott's early West Country paintings rediscovered
A remarkable collection of William Scott's early West Country paintings, unseen for decades, emerges in a groundbreaking Somerset exhibition revealing the artist's formative years.
Louvre jewellery heist: Two convicted for 2015 robbery
French court convicts two men for the spectacular 2015 jewellery theft at Paris's Louvre Museum, where thieves smashed display cases and escaped with valuable treasures.
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Mathsworld: London's New Immersive Maths Experience Opens
Discover Mathsworld London - the revolutionary interactive exhibition transforming mathematics into an awe-inspiring adventure for all ages, now open at Riverside Building, County Hall.
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