International Museum Day—Let’s visit London museums online!

The International Museum Day is held on 18 May every year and was established by ICOM (International Council of Museums) on 18 May, 1977.

Release time : 2020-05-21 20:54:21

source : London & Partners

The International Museum Day is held on 18 May every year and was established by ICOM (International Council of Museums) on 18 May, 1977.

Every International Museum Day has its special theme which reflects some social problems occurred in recent years. This year's theme is "Museums for Equality: Diversity and Inclusion".

Museums are also the embodiment of the country's cultural heritage. The all-encompassing culture relics and works of art in the exhibition hall have gone through thousands of years, and finally gather here, making unique scenery.

The museum is the eye of a city, giving people a glimpse into her soul. As the annual International Museum Day approaches, every city with row upon row of museums wants to show their unique souls to those who pass by.

As a city known for its diversity and inclusiveness, London's cultural status and influence are globally indisputable. There are nearly 200 museums in London, large or small, many of which are world-renowned. Whether they are cultural relics that bears witness to history, or contemporary art that documents social development, this city which combines classics and fashion perfectly will use her profound museum culture to tell the advancement and prosperity of human civilization.

The richness of London museums may be far beyond your imagination—in addition to the comprehensive National Museum, there are a wide range of themed museums, profession museums, celebrity museums, private-owned museums, etc. and the exhibition content and themes of each museum involve humanities and geography, religion and philosophy, music and painting, science and technology ... Beside the traditional displays and exhibitions, museums use the latest technology to applicate better interaction and create a better and more personal experience for the visitors.

In the special time of the current pandemic, in order to present museums to people in a different way, the majority of London's museums