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The First Emperor: China's Terracotta Army (The British Museum)

By Laura Porter, About.com

Kneeling archer, terracotta, Qin dynasty (221206 BC)

Kneeling archer, terracotta, Qin dynasty (221206 BC). Museum of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Qin Shihuang, Lintong, Shaanxi Province, China

Photography: British Museum
About 'The First Emperor: China's Terracotta Army':
The British Museum in London is hosting an exhibition about China's first emperor: Qin Shihuangdi, and his legacy. A dozen terracotta warriors are on display in the British Museum's Reading Room along with significant recent finds.

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When:
13 September 2007 – 6 April 2008

Opening Times:

Sunday - Wednesday: 10am - 5.30pm
Thursday - Saturday: 10am - 8.30pm
Where:
Reading Room in the center of the Great Court, British Museum, London

This is the first time the famous Reading Room has been used as a temporary exhibition space. The alterations to the room are completely reversible.

British Museum Visitor Information

How To Get to The British Museum

Tickets:
  • Adult: £12
  • Senior 60+: £12
  • Child 16-18
  • Student: £10
  • Disabled: £10
  • Unemployed: £10
  • Child under 16: £0.00
  • Disabled Carer: £0.00
Per ticket processing fees also apply.
Book online

Visit Duration:

60-90 minutes.
Special Events:
Check for special events for this exhibition on the British Museum web site.

Late Night Events on Thursday and Fridays
Explore The First Emperor: China's Terracotta Army until 8.30pm every Thursday and Friday (last entry 7.30pm). You can also book for a Chinese-themed meal in the Court Restaurant.

Audio Tour:
Audio Tour available in English only: £3.50
Exhibition Guide:
Pick up a free guide before you enter the exhibition. Available in English, Chinese, French, and Spanish.

A Family Guide is also available.

Important Notes:
  • No photography
  • No mobile phones
  • No food or drinks

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