Overview
The British Museum is home to one of the most significant collections of artifacts related to human history, art and culture, including the Rosetta Stone. The museum is home to more than 100,000 objects from the Classical world, making it one of the most comprehensive collections of antiquities from that era. It was established in 1753 and primarily based on the collections of the physician and scientist Sir Hans Sloane. The museum, located in the Bloomsbury section of London, first opened on Jan. 15, 1759. More than 5.8 million people visit the museum annually, making it the most visited museum in England.
Quick Facts
- Status
- Existing
- Locality or neighborhood
- London WC1B 3DG
- State or province
- UK
- Address
- Great Russell St, Bloomsbury, London WC1B 3DG, UK
Visitor Information
- Website
- Official website
