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LIFE & DEATH: POMPEII AND HERCULANEUM
British Museum, Great Russell Street, WC1B 3DG T: 020 7323 8299
An extraordinarily moving collection chronicling the life and death of the two towns buried by Vesuvius in 79AD. Focusing more on the social significance of the artifacts, the pieces on show are arranged in the format of a Roman villa, in which the beauty of the frescoes offer a haunting juxtaposition to the tragedy of the human casts. This most timely exhibition serves as a pressing reminder of the staggering anthological importance of these two historic sites.
Until 29th September 2013

DAVID BOWIE IS
Victoria & Albert Museum, Cromwell Road, SW7 2RL T: 020 7907 7073
This exhibition celebrating David Bowie's groundbreaking career has proved itself to be the most popular event in the history of the museum. More than 300 objects spanning his 50-year in show business have been brought together for the first time, including hand-written lyrics, costumes, photographs, film, music videos, set designs and album artwork. The collection offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the life of a legendary artist.
Until 11th August 2013