Simon Jenkins on World Heritage in the UK

Simon Jenkins (The Guardian) wrote on Friday 12th September 2008 a critical article on the current condition of World Heritage Status in the UK, challenging new British developments and questioning the role that UNESCO is playing in preserving these sites and their context. He claims, “World heritage status, enjoyed by 885 sites on the planet, [...]

A Journey Through Kazakhstan

Saturday 4th October, 9.30am-7pm A study day organised in association with the British Museum, British Kazakh Society and the Royal Asiatic Society, focussing on the history and culture of Kazakhstan. It will include lectures by noted academics and writers of the archaeology, history, art and music of Kazakhstan, providing an introduction to this vast country [...]

Utsavam Exhibition Special Tour – Kathakali event

Seven months ago the Horniman Museum opened its exhibition Utsavam – Music from India, exploring the rich and diverse music of India. It takes its name from the Sanscrit word “Utsavam”, meaning musical festivities. Utsavam – Music from India explores the cultural and lingustic diversity of a land that is home to a sixth of [...]