London, United Kingdom –
The British Museum, established in 1753 as the world’s first national public museum, is set to be recognized in the prestigious World Book of Records. The main entrance with 44 massive Doric columns, each approximately 10.7 meters (35 feet) tall and 1.5 meters (5 feet) wide, made of Portland stone. Inside the museum, the Great Court designed by Sir Norman Foster features additional 12–14 structural columns supporting sections of the modern glass roof, each around 15 meters (50 feet) tall and 0.8–1 meter (2.5–3 feet) wide. These pillars, both exterior and interior, are key architectural features that define the museum’s iconic look.
Renowned for its unparalleled legacy, the museum continues to captivate millions with its extensive collection of over 8 million objects, encompassing the breadth of human history and culture. Among its globally admired treasures is the Rosetta Stone, a symbol of historical scholarship and discovery.
Visitors are also drawn to the museum’s architectural marvel, the Great Court, which features a magnificent glass roof composed of 3,312 uniquely shaped panels, making it the largest covered public square in Europe. The historic Reading Room, frequented by iconic figures such as Karl Marx, Mahatma Gandhi, and George Bernard Shaw, further underscores the museum’s enduring cultural and intellectual significance.
This recognition by World Book of Records celebrates the British Museum not only as a repository of history but also as an institution that continues to inspire curiosity, learning, and cultural appreciation across generations.
