BBC and the British Museum creates ‘A History of the World in 100 Objects’

Posted on 11 January 2010 | Comments Off

The BBC and the British Museum have joined forces in an original and unprecedented public service partnership, focusing on world history. At its heart is a landmark series on BBC Radio 4, ‘A History of the World in 100 Objects’ which will broadcast from 18 January 2010.

This series is a narrative global history told through the British Museum’s unparalleled world collection. The series will tap in to the unique power of objects to tell stories and make connections across the globe. To produce the series the BBC and the British Museum have come together in an ambitious partnership to ensure the widest possible access and engagement across radio, television and online.

Read more: Medieval News: BBC and the British Museum creates ‘A History of the World in 100 Objects’.

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