British Museum boss 'sorry' for Bayeux Tapestry visitor issues
The head of the British Museum has apologized for overcrowding and poor visitor experiences at the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition. The museum is implementing new measures, including extended hours and better queue management, to address the high demand.
Why it matters
High-profile cultural exhibitions often face logistical challenges, and this highlights the balance between public access and visitor experience in major institutions.
Image source, Getty Images By Emma Saunders Culture reporter Published 7 minutes ago The head of the British Museum has apologised for the experience some visitors have had at its blockbuster Bayeux Tapestry exhibition.
The London institution has announced changes to how visitors see the historic work over concerns of overcrowding.
"Anyone that doesn't have a good experience, we're really sorry about that and we want to put it right," Nicholas Cullinan told the BBC's culture and media editor Katie Razzall.
The new plans include longer opening hours, an audio guide, additional seating and clearer signage.
Some people reported waits of up to two hours. Last week, hundreds of ticket holders were reportedly turned away due to backlogs when the museum closed early for a private event.
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