A Guide to the Collections of the Horniman Museum and Library (Classic Reprint): Forest Hill, London, S. E - Softcover

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Explore a world of artifacts, living specimens, and hands-on history in one grand museum guide.

This volume maps the Horniman Museum and Library, from Egyptian mummies and ancient vessels to ethnographic displays, natural history cases, and a bustling library of reference works. It highlights how the building is arranged, what you’ll find in each hall, and how the collections are organized for easy viewing.

The guide presents the layout and major themes of the exhibitions, including sections on archaeology, ethnology, and natural history. You’ll glimpse how living animals are displayed alongside fossil reptiles, birds, and insects; and you’ll read about the vast array of objects—from pottery and porcelain to beadwork, personal ornaments, and tools—assembled from many regions. It also covers the library’s reference works and the museum’s facilities, such as study rooms and refreshment spaces, to help visitors plan their day.

• See Egyptian antiquities, mummies, and funerary objects from ancient Thebes, as well as related artefacts and inscriptions.
• Discover ethnographic objects like jewelry, clothing, pottery, toys, and tools from Africa, Asia, the Pacific, and the Americas.
• Tour natural history displays, including mammals, birds, reptiles, and the structure of animal life.
• Learn how the galleries are organized and how sections move as displays are rearranged.

Ideal for visitors who want a guided, site‑level overview of a large, multidisciplinary collection, as well as students and families exploring history, culture, and science.

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