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British Museum’s Biggest Renovation Yet | Art News
The British Museum is launching its most ambitious renovation ever, transforming a third of its galleries with cutting-edge design and infrastructure upgrades. Focused on ancient civilizations from Greece to Egypt, the Western Range project includes state-of-the-art storage, enhanced visitor experiences, and new Welcome Pavilions opening in 2027 — already funded by a £10.3 million gift from the Garfield Weston Foundation. While government grants and private donations are fueling progress, including a recent £2.5 million fundraising success, controversy surrounds a £50 million BP donation…
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