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Hieroglyphs: unlocking ancient Egypt Opens Thursday 13 October Our major new exhibition will transport you through 3,000 years of ancient history. Hear ancient Egyptian voices, from love poetry and shopping lists to international treaties and tax returns.  You can also join the exhibition's curators for our free online event on 20 October as they explore how the race to decipher hieroglyphs culminated in a stunning breakthrough. Book now

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Plan your winter New tickets released Free permanent display tickets are now available to book until 4 December. Book now to visit our new free displays and special exhibitions.  Plan your visit The way of tea Free demonstration Experience a Japanese tea ceremony in these free demonstrations taking place between 14 - 28 Oct in Room 92: Japan.  Learn more

Shattered glass of Beirut Until 23 October Our latest free display showcases a series of glass vessels, shattered by the 2020 Beirut explosion and put together again, telling new stories through the scars they bear. Find out more Art on paper since 1960 The Hamish Parker Collection From Lucian Freud to Kiki Smith and life drawing to minimalism, this exhibition spans an intriguing range of styles and techniques. Find out more

Page turners Treat your shelf Fill your shelves with enthralling titles and captivating exhibition catalogues. Take a look through a range of books for adults and children alike. Shop now Support the Museum Donate today Donations make the inspirational work of our curators, conservators, scientists and educators possible. If you can, please donate today.  Donate today

From our friends Japan: Courts and Culture The Queen’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace until 26 February 2023 Discover Japanese art through centuries of royal gifts in our exhibition, including samurai armour given to James I. Find out more.

Be the first at Soho Place 'Marvellous' ticket offer  Experience the joyful, inspiring true story of Neil ‘Nello’ Baldwin at new West End theatre at Soho Place. Book your £25 tickets for all performances from 15 October to 26 November.