Heritage

Contemporary art held in the Tower

An exhibition of works by established and emerging contemporary artists opens today, 13 May, at one of London's most historic sites, the Tower of London. Works in a variety of media by 19 artists go... MORE

Published online: 13 May 2013

 
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Published online: 07 May 2013

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Published online: 01 February 2013

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Published online: 29 January 2013

Russian conservation bodies denounce destruction of landmark buildings

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Published online: 29 January 2013

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