Special events
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Conserving biodiversity. Whose money? Whose rules?
A debate at the British Museum
Wednesday 29 September, 18.30
BP Lecture Theatre
£15, includes a ticket to Kew Gardens
A high-profile panel debates the costs and advantages of retaining biodiversity in South Africa. Chaired by the BBC’s Andrew Marr, with panellists including Johan Eliasch, founder of Cool Earth, and Stella Simiyu of Botanic Gardens Conservation International.
Tickets for Kew Gardens will be available for collection at the event.
Supported by the World Collections Programme
Related to the exhibition South Africa Landscape: Kew at the British Museum
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The drummer is calling me
Poetry and music inspired by the Akan Drum
Friday 17 September, 18.30
BP Lecture Theatre
Join in a celebration of the artistic legacy of the Akan Drum, on display in Room 3. Poet and playwright Inua Ellams explores the musical heritage of the African Diaspora accompanied by African-American music.
£5, Members & concessions £3
Please arrive punctually to guarantee admission
