This Neolithic jadeite axe in the museum’s collection holds an ancient story of danger, skill and belief.
The museum has thousands of photo negatives in its collection, dating from the 1880s onwards, and taking care of them is a big task.
London has been a melting pot of cultures all through its existence, and that’s reflected in our everyday language.
Sr Curator of Archaeology, Dr Rebecca Redfern’s interest in the intriguing Spitalfields Princess spans over two decades!
