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Missing museums? You can build your own art gallery in Nintendo's Animal CrossingApr 23, 2020 • 1 min read
Culture-lovers may enjoy a life simulation video game that allows players to build their own art gallery.
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historyFun and engaging ways to celebrate World Book Day 2020 safely at homeApr 23, 2020 • 2 min read
Here’s some interesting online activities and ideas that are sure to thrill bookworms of all ages for World Book Day 2020.
historyThis incredible Shanghai church is now an eye-catching bookstoreApr 21, 2020 • 2 min read
A distinct and striking bookshop has been unveiled inside a historical church in Shanghai, allowing visitors to peruse the aisles of a modern store built into…
historyVisit a 5000-year-old Egyptian queen's burial tomb virtuallyApr 17, 2020 • 1 min read
The tomb of Queen Meresankh III in Giza is among four historic sites that have opened for virtual tours.
wildlife and natureMarie Antoinette’s private garden at Versailles is being restoredApr 17, 2020 • 2 min read
The French queen’s grove is set to be freshly planted as part of a multi-year restoration project.
historyThese gorgeous independent movie theaters are in trouble, here's how you can help save themApr 9, 2020 • 2 min read
More than 150 independent movie theaters across the United States have temporarily closed to slow the spread of COVID-19. The Art-House America Campaign…
historyBring the West End to your living room with this new streaming service from Andrew Lloyd WebberApr 6, 2020 • 2 min read
Andrew Lloyd Webber is bringing his Tony-award winning musicals to the masses with a YouTube channel where you can access shows like Cats, Evita and…
historyVisit the UK's biggest landmarks from the comfort of your sofaApr 6, 2020 • 4 min read
Always wanted to visit Buckingham Palace, but never found the time? Well now you can sit back and scroll through the UK's biggest landmarks online.
historyThe Globe Theatre is streaming free Shakespeare plays all spring longApr 5, 2020 • 3 min read
The world-famous Globe Theatre is putting on Shakespeare's best plays online for free.
historyNational Orchestra of France put on a haunting virtual performance of a classical favouriteApr 3, 2020 • 2 min read
They may be stuck at home during lockdown but that didn't stop musicians from the National Orchestra of France putting on a powerful performance for…
historyGrammy Museum wants to teach you to make videos, create beats, and appreciate music historyApr 3, 2020 • 2 min read
The Grammy Museum has introduced a slate of educational programming to keep fans and aspiring artists entertained.
historyEurovision is cancelled but we can still enjoy the one-off special Europe Shine A LightApr 2, 2020 • 2 min read
This year’s cancelled Eurovision Song Contest will be replaced by a new show, Eurovision: Europe Shine A Light, to be broadcast on Saturday 16 May.
historyA security guard has taken over the National Cowboy Museum's social media – and has become quite a sensationMar 31, 2020 • 1 min read
Amidst coronavirus-related public closures, a museum employee has become a beloved social media sensation.
musicBeatles' Abbey Road crossing repainted during London lockdownMar 30, 2020 • 1 min read
The Abbey Road crosswalk made famous by the Beatles’ 1969 album cover has been repainted since tourists have all but disappeared during London’s…
historyVisit Bristol and see Bansky's street art, virtually!Mar 27, 2020 • 3 min read
Experience the city of Bristol and the work of famous street artist, Banksy, through these podcasts, playlists and virtual tours - from your sofa!
historyExplore 800 works associated with Frida Kahlo through this Google exhibitMar 26, 2020 • 2 min read
Explore more than 800 works associated with Frida Kahlo through an interactive online exhibition
historyFill your evenings with free Shakespeare, opera and ballet via this streaming serviceMar 26, 2020 • 1 min read
Online channel Marquee TV has launched a free 30-day trial of its multi-genre performing arts initiative.
historyThe restoration of Notre Dame is on hold due to the coronavirus outbreakMar 24, 2020 • 2 min read
Work has stopped on the famous French landmark, which suffered devastating damage during an April 2019 fire.
historyDance legend Debbie Allen is offering free online classesMar 20, 2020 • 2 min read
The legendary performer is bringing her talents to the masses with free online classes.
historyEurovision Song Contest and Glastonbury 2020 have been cancelled due to COVID-19Mar 18, 2020 • 2 min read
The Eurovision Song Contest and Glastonbury Festival will not be taking place this year amidst the spread of COVID-19.
historyKissing is now off-limits at the Blarney StoneMar 16, 2020 • 2 min read
Ireland has banned kissing the Blarney Stone as part of efforts to curb COVID-19.
historyVirtual reality will bring Martin Luther King Jr.’s 'I Have a Dream' speech to lifeMar 11, 2020 • 2 min read
A new project has been launched that delivers a virtual reality experience based around Martin Luther King Jr.’s iconic “I Have a Dream” speech.