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The British Museum is a museum in London devoted to human history and culture. It has an extensive collection of over 8 million works from across the world. The museum was established in 1753 based on physician Sir Hans Sloane's collections. It has expanded over the centuries as a result of Britain's colonial activities. Some exhibits, like the Elgin Marbles, are controversial and calls have been made for their return. The Lewis Chessmen were discovered in 1831 in Scotland and date back to the 12th century, making them some of the few surviving medieval chess sets. They are now owned by the British Museum and National Museum of Scotland.
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The British Museum is a museum in London dedicated to human history and culture, housing over 8 million works in its permanent collection. It was established in 1753 based on the collections of Sir Hans Sloane and first opened to the public in 1759. The museum has expanded significantly over the centuries due to British colonial activities. It formerly housed both the national museum and national library. The Lewis Chessmen consist of 78 12th century carved ivory chess pieces, most of which were discovered in 1831 in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland. They are considered some of the few surviving complete medieval chess sets and are now owned by the British Museum and National Museum of Scotland.
British museum
The British Museum houses a vast collection of world art and artifacts and is one of the most famous museums in London, welcoming millions of visitors annually for free. It was established in 1753 based on physician Sir Hans Sloane's collections and first opened in 1759. Over the centuries, the Museum's collections have expanded significantly due to the British Empire and now include controversial objects like the Elgin Marbles. The Museum also previously housed the British Library on site.
The Lewis Chessmen consist of 78 12th century chess pieces, mostly carved from walrus ivory, that were discovered in 1831 on Scotland's Isle of Lewis. They are owned by the British Museum and Museum of Scotland and are some of the
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The British Museum was founded in 1753 and was the first national public museum in the world. It houses over 8 million works in its permanent collection spanning human history from across the globe. Though today a museum of cultural objects and antiquities, it was originally founded based on the will of physician Sir Hans Sloane, who bequeathed his vast collection of over 71,000 objects to the British nation. The British Museum first opened to the public in 1759 and remains free to all visitors today.
Museums and galleries
The document provides information about several major museums and galleries in Great Britain, including the National Gallery in London, Tate Britain in London, the British Museum in London, the National Portrait Gallery in London, the National Museum Cardiff in Wales, the National Gallery of Ireland, and the National Gallery of Scotland in Edinburgh. It includes details about each institution's location, year established, collection size, building area, and annual visitor numbers.
History of the British Museum’s buildings over the past 260 years
On 7 June 1753, an Act of Parliament established the British Museum after Sir Hans Sloane bequeathed his collection of 71,000 objects. Since then, the collection has grown to over 8 million objects and the Museum receives over 6 million visitors a year. This is a pictorial history visually showing the development of different buildings which have been on the Bloomsbury site.
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The document discusses 5 of the most famous museums in London. It provides details about the Museum of London, British Museum, National Gallery, Barbican Centre, and Natural History Museum. The Museum of London documents London's history from prehistoric to present times. The British Museum was the first public museum in the world and documents human culture from its beginnings. The National Gallery houses one of the finest collections of European paintings. The Barbican Centre is the largest performing arts centre in Europe. The Natural History Museum is famous for its dinosaur skeleton exhibitions and was built in 1881.
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The document summarizes 5 of the most famous museums in London: the Museum of London documents London's history from prehistoric to modern times and is housed in an uninspiring building but has an exciting interior; the British Museum was established in 1753 to document human culture and was the first public museum; the National Gallery has one of the finest collections of European paintings; the Barbican Centre is the largest performing arts centre in Europe located in London; and the Natural History Museum is known for its dinosaur skeletons and opened in 1881.
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The British Museum is a museum in London dedicated to human history and culture, housing over 8 million works in its permanent collection. It was established in 1753 based on the collections of Sir Hans Sloane and first opened to the public in 1759. The museum has expanded significantly over the centuries due to British colonial activities. It formerly housed both the national museum and national library. The Lewis Chessmen consist of 78 12th century carved ivory chess pieces, most of which were discovered in 1831 in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland. They are considered some of the few surviving complete medieval chess sets and are now owned by the British Museum and National Museum of Scotland.
British museum
The British Museum houses a vast collection of world art and artifacts and is one of the most famous museums in London, welcoming millions of visitors annually for free. It was established in 1753 based on physician Sir Hans Sloane's collections and first opened in 1759. Over the centuries, the Museum's collections have expanded significantly due to the British Empire and now include controversial objects like the Elgin Marbles. The Museum also previously housed the British Library on site.
The Lewis Chessmen consist of 78 12th century chess pieces, mostly carved from walrus ivory, that were discovered in 1831 on Scotland's Isle of Lewis. They are owned by the British Museum and Museum of Scotland and are some of the
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The British Museum was founded in 1753 and was the first national public museum in the world. It houses over 8 million works in its permanent collection spanning human history from across the globe. Though today a museum of cultural objects and antiquities, it was originally founded based on the will of physician Sir Hans Sloane, who bequeathed his vast collection of over 71,000 objects to the British nation. The British Museum first opened to the public in 1759 and remains free to all visitors today.
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The document provides information about several major museums and galleries in Great Britain, including the National Gallery in London, Tate Britain in London, the British Museum in London, the National Portrait Gallery in London, the National Museum Cardiff in Wales, the National Gallery of Ireland, and the National Gallery of Scotland in Edinburgh. It includes details about each institution's location, year established, collection size, building area, and annual visitor numbers.
History of the British Museum’s buildings over the past 260 years
On 7 June 1753, an Act of Parliament established the British Museum after Sir Hans Sloane bequeathed his collection of 71,000 objects. Since then, the collection has grown to over 8 million objects and the Museum receives over 6 million visitors a year. This is a pictorial history visually showing the development of different buildings which have been on the Bloomsbury site.
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The document discusses 5 of the most famous museums in London. It provides details about the Museum of London, British Museum, National Gallery, Barbican Centre, and Natural History Museum. The Museum of London documents London's history from prehistoric to present times. The British Museum was the first public museum in the world and documents human culture from its beginnings. The National Gallery houses one of the finest collections of European paintings. The Barbican Centre is the largest performing arts centre in Europe. The Natural History Museum is famous for its dinosaur skeleton exhibitions and was built in 1881.
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The document summarizes 5 of the most famous museums in London: the Museum of London documents London's history from prehistoric to modern times and is housed in an uninspiring building but has an exciting interior; the British Museum was established in 1753 to document human culture and was the first public museum; the National Gallery has one of the finest collections of European paintings; the Barbican Centre is the largest performing arts centre in Europe located in London; and the Natural History Museum is known for its dinosaur skeletons and opened in 1881.
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There are over 240 museums in London that are non-profit organizations collecting objects of cultural, artistic, scientific, and historical significance. The most visited is the Tate Modern modern art gallery, which received nearly 7 million visitors in 2008 and contains international modern artworks from 1900 by artists like Picasso and Warhol. The British Museum is considered one of the world's greatest museums of human history and culture, housing around 8 million works though some countries seek returns of certain artifacts. The Natural History Museum houses 70 million items related to earth sciences including sections on Charles Darwin and whales.
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The document summarizes information about several famous squares and landmarks in London and Moscow. It describes Trafalgar Square in London, noting that it has a statue of Nelson at its center. It also discusses Red Square in Moscow, highlighting landmarks like St. Basil's Cathedral and the History Museum. Other sites mentioned include 10 Downing Street as the residence of the UK Prime Minister, the Kremlin at the heart of Moscow with its five towers, and the British Museum as the largest museum in the world.
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The document summarizes several major museums located in London. It describes the British Museum as housing a collection of over 13 million objects and representing cultures from around the world, both ancient and modern. It also describes the Natural History Museum as home to collections of botanical, entomological, mineralogical, paleontological and zoological specimens totaling around 70 million items. Additionally, it mentions the Science Museum was founded in 1857 and was originally part of the South Kensington Museum along with the Victoria and Albert Museum.
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The client has asked me to produce a documentary for the British Museum about their upcoming Lewis Chessmen exhibit. The documentary will use common documentary conventions like interviews, archival footage, voiceovers, and text to introduce viewers to the unique 12th century chess pieces made of walrus ivory. 67 of the 78 chessmen are housed at the British Museum, while the others are at the National Museum of Scotland, so the film will also touch on the debate around where the collection should be permanently located. The target audience is anyone interested in learning more about these fascinating chess pieces.
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The British Museum was established in 1753 and was the first national public museum in the world. It was founded based on the collection of Sir Hans Sloane, which consisted of over 71,000 objects. The collection grew over the centuries to include artifacts from around the world and visitor numbers increased from 5,000 annually in the 1700s to over 6 million today. Major expansions and acquisitions in the 19th century led to the construction of the Museum's iconic quadrangle building. The 20th century saw a focus on education programs and gallery refurbishments to improve the visitor experience.
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British traditions are deeply ingrained in many aspects of daily life and government. Houses still utilize fireplaces and resist central heating despite cold bedrooms. Traditional medieval uniforms are still worn by ceremonial guards, and centuries-old dress uniforms and parliamentary procedures, like the Lord Chancellor sitting on a wool sack, are maintained from earlier eras when they originated. Shouts of "Order!" and "Who goes home?" also date back to periods when violence or crime were greater concerns within and around Parliament. Overall, the British strongly value customs and resist change, preserving many traditional elements for sentimental reasons.
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This document provides an overview of Great Britain, summarizing key aspects of its national identity, history, and culture. It outlines Britain's constituent countries, the origins of the Union Jack flag, and notes the capital cities of England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The document also briefly summarizes Britain's political system as a constitutional monarchy, lists some of the most prominent historical monarchs, recounts the story of Guy Fawkes, and highlights Britain's inventions of the steam train and London Underground metro system. In addition, it touches on characteristics of British humor.
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The client has asked me to produce a documentary for the British Museum about their upcoming Lewis Chessmen exhibit. The documentary will use common documentary conventions like interviews, archival footage, voiceovers, and text to introduce viewers to the unique 12th century chess pieces made of walrus ivory. 67 of the 78 chessmen are housed at the British Museum, while the others are at the National Museum of Scotland, so the film will also touch on the debate around where the collection should be permanently located. The target audience is anyone interested in learning more about these fascinating chess pieces.
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The British Museum was established in 1753 and was the first national public museum in the world. It was founded based on the collection of Sir Hans Sloane, which consisted of over 71,000 objects. The collection grew over the centuries to include artifacts from around the world and visitor numbers increased from 5,000 annually in the 1700s to over 6 million today. Major expansions and acquisitions in the 19th century led to the construction of the Museum's iconic quadrangle building. The 20th century saw a focus on education programs and gallery refurbishments to improve the visitor experience.
The seat of power
This guided tour provides an overview of some of London's most important political and historical sites, beginning with Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Westminster Hall, Whitehall, Downing Street, Scotland Yard, and the London Eye. Key details are given about each location, such as Westminster Abbey being the site of coronations and royal burials, the Houses of Parliament housing the two legislative chambers, and 10 Downing Street serving as the home and office of the British Prime Minister. Fun facts are also included, like Larry the cat residing at 10 Downing Street and the original location of Scotland Yard police headquarters.
English traditions
British traditions are deeply ingrained in many aspects of daily life and government. Houses still utilize fireplaces and resist central heating despite cold bedrooms. Traditional medieval uniforms are still worn by ceremonial guards, and centuries-old dress uniforms and parliamentary procedures, like the Lord Chancellor sitting on a wool sack, are maintained from earlier eras when they originated. Shouts of "Order!" and "Who goes home?" also date back to periods when violence or crime were greater concerns within and around Parliament. Overall, the British strongly value customs and resist change, preserving many traditional elements for sentimental reasons.
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The document summarizes several museums in London. It discusses the Victoria and Albert Museum and highlights in its collection such as Italian Renaissance sculpture and works by John Constable. It also briefly describes the National Army Museum covering British military history, the Wallace Collection containing French 18th century paintings and arms, Dover Castle museum telling the history of Dover through artifacts and models, and the Westminster Abbey Museum located within the Abbey discussing English coronations and burials.
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This document provides an overview of Great Britain, summarizing key aspects of its national identity, history, and culture. It outlines Britain's constituent countries, the origins of the Union Jack flag, and notes the capital cities of England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The document also briefly summarizes Britain's political system as a constitutional monarchy, lists some of the most prominent historical monarchs, recounts the story of Guy Fawkes, and highlights Britain's inventions of the steam train and London Underground metro system. In addition, it touches on characteristics of British humor.
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The British Museum in London, established in 1753, which was unique in housing both a national museum and library until 1997 and has become one of the largest museums in the world.
The National Media Museum in Bradford, West Yorkshire, which has seven floors of galleries focused on photography, television, and more, and hosts film festivals.
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Visit London provides information about several famous London landmarks. Trafalgar Square is known for its buildings, statues, and fountains, and is where Londoners celebrate New Year. Buckingham Palace has over 775 rooms and is the home of Queen Elizabeth II. Big Ben, located in the Palace of Westminster, is the name of the large bell inside the clock tower. St. Paul's Cathedral was built in the 1600s and features a large dome inspired by St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, where many famous British people are buried. The Tower of London has a historic and was formerly used as a prison, where the Crown Jewels have been kept since the 14th century. The Gherkin is a modern sky
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London is the capital of England and the UK. Some important landmarks include Big Ben, Buckingham Palace where Queen Elizabeth II lives, and Trafalgar Square. The document then discusses some of London's most famous streets and squares like Piccadilly Circus, Oxford Street, and Regent Street. It also provides information about three famous football clubs - Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham - including their founding dates and important players. The document was created by Carlos Balloqui, Armando Paul and Víctor Infante.
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A presentation created by the pupils while exploring the topic of "The history of the world in 100 objects", by BBC and the British Council
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This document provides an overview of notable places in London, England. It introduces Elizabeth II as the Queen of the United Kingdom and lists her children and grandchildren. It then briefly describes Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, St. Paul's Cathedral, the Tower of London, the British Museum, the Science Museum, the Natural History Museum, Trafalgar Square, Harrods, 10 Downing Street, Wembley Stadium, and some popular football teams. It concludes by recommending some quintessential London experiences and inviting the reader to Baker Street.
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