Feathers surround me. Some spew out of a corner of the gallery in a cascade, others are encased within a vitrine as if they belong to a creature that’s concealed within the tightly wound structure made from deep green rooster feathers. Welcom
The British Library is, ahem, mapping the link between maps and secrecy in a global context between the 9th and 21st centuries. Secret Maps explore how and why maps have been used by governments, armies, businesses, organisations, communities and ind
We see great examples of Islamic architecture and craft in museums, but very rarely is the focus on the contemporary master craftspersons still working in this style. Thankfully, this exhibition shines a light on these masters, featuring beautiful ti
It's time to examine the surge of independence movements that erupted after the Second World War, as Britain's empire began to unravel. Focusing on three pivotal conflicts in Malaya (now Malaysia), Kenya and Cyprus, labelled "Emergencies" b
The Isokon building is an excellent example of Bauhaus architecture in London, and Karin Kneffel’s monumental still lifes focus on its history. It was a cultural hub so there are references to its former residents and visitors, including a Henr