African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson
Sun 25 Oct · 10:30
The British Museum
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Danny Thompson will lead a 90-minute guided tour of African artefacts at The British Museum in London on 25 October 2026. The tour explores ancient and medieval objects to reveal stories, craftsmanship and the societies that created them during Black History Month.
Explore African history through the remarkable artefacts held in the British Museum on this 90-minute guided tour.
It is Black History Month and we have a special treat for you - here is your opportunity to join Danny Thompson – historian, author, lecturer and certified tour guide – for a fascinating exploration of African artefacts in the British Museum’s collections.
Through a selection of ancient and medieval objects, Danny will explore the techniques, stories and meanings behind the artefacts, looking beyond the objects themselves to learn more about the African societies and individuals who created them.
The tour offers an opportunity to discover African history through material culture and to gain a deeper understanding of the craftsmanship, knowledge, traditions and experiences represented within the museum’s collections.
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About your guide
Danny Thompson is a historian, author, lecturer and certified tour guide whose work explores African and Black history and heritage.
Booking information
To mark Black History Month, we’re delighted to offer our library audiences a limited number of free places on this special guided tour (which would normally cost £25 per person).
To help us make sure these limited places are used, there is a £5 booking fee, which is refundable on request after you have attended the tour.
Places are very limited, so please only book if you are confident you can attend. This will help us ensure that as many people as possible have the chance to enjoy this special Black History Month experience.
Event details
Organiser: Kensington and Chelsea Libraries and Archives
Date: Sunday 25 October
Time: 10.30am
Duration: 90 minutes
Meeting point: Montague Place entrance, British Museum, London WC1E 7JW (rear of the museum – not the main Great Russell Street entrance).
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What to bring
Please wear comfortable footwear and bring water or another drink to keep hydrated during the tour.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of The British Museum.
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Frequently asked questions
African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson takes place on Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 10:30.
African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson is held at The British Museum in London (Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG).
Tickets for African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson are priced at £6.13. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The British Museum can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson
Editorial summaryAbout this event
Danny Thompson will lead a 90-minute guided tour of African artefacts at The British Museum in London on 25 October 2026. The tour explores ancient and medieval objects to reveal stories, craftsmanship and the societies that created them during Black History Month.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Explore African history through the remarkable artefacts held in the British Museum on this 90-minute guided tour.
It is Black History Month and we have a special treat for you - here is your opportunity to join Danny Thompson – historian, author, lecturer and certified tour guide – for a fascinating exploration of African artefacts in the British Museum’s collections.
Through a selection of ancient and medieval objects, Danny will explore the techniques, stories and meanings behind the artefacts, looking beyond the objects themselves to learn more about the African societies and individuals who created them.
The tour offers an opportunity to discover African history through material culture and to gain a deeper understanding of the craftsmanship, knowledge, traditions and experiences represented within the museum’s collections.
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About your guide
Danny Thompson is a historian, author, lecturer and certified tour guide whose work explores African and Black history and heritage.
Booking information
To mark Black History Month, we’re delighted to offer our library audiences a limited number of free places on this special guided tour (which would normally cost £25 per person).
To help us make sure these limited places are used, there is a £5 booking fee, which is refundable on request after you have attended the tour.
Places are very limited, so please only book if you are confident you can attend. This will help us ensure that as many people as possible have the chance to enjoy this special Black History Month experience.
Event details
Organiser: Kensington and Chelsea Libraries and Archives
Date: Sunday 25 October
Time: 10.30am
Duration: 90 minutes
Meeting point: Montague Place entrance, British Museum, London WC1E 7JW (rear of the museum – not the main Great Russell Street entrance).
What3Words location for this entrance as ///cooks.waddled.cook
What to bring
Please wear comfortable footwear and bring water or another drink to keep hydrated during the tour.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of The British Museum. Searching near Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG; check-in Sunday, 25 October 2026.
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WhereThe British Museum
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When is African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson?
African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson takes place on Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 10:30.
Where is African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson taking place?
African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson is held at The British Museum in London (Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG).
How much are tickets for African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson?
Tickets for African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson are priced at £6.13. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The British Museum can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson?
Tickets for African Artefacts in the British Museum - Guided Tour with Danny Thompson can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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