British Museum Hadrian Exhibition in July 2008

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Looks like the BM is going to have a great 2008!

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24 July – 26 October 2008
Reading Room



This special exhibition will explore the life, love and legacy of Rome's most enigmatic emperor – Hadrian (reigned AD 117–138).

Ruling an empire that comprised much of Europe, northern Africa and western Asia, Hadrian was a capable and, at times, ruthless military leader. He realigned borders and quashed revolt, stabilising a territory critically overstretched by his predecessors.

Beyond military campaigns, Hadrian had a great passion for architecture and Greek culture. His extensive building included the Pantheon in Rome, his villa in Tivoli and the city of Antinoupolis, which he founded to immortalise his male lover Antinous.

This exhibition will provide fresh insight into the sharp contradictions of Hadrian's character and challenges faced during his reign.

Objects from 35 museums worldwide and recent excavations will be shown together for the first time to reassess his legacy, which remains strikingly relevant nearly 2,000 years later.

Admission charge

Tickets on sale from 6 February 2008

UK Partnership Tour
In lead up to Hadrian: Empire and Conflict, the Museum is sending one of its star objects, a rare bronze head of Hadrian, to two sites along Hadrian’s Wall from 8 February until 8 June 2008.