British Museum Says It’s Extending Bayeux Tapestry Viewing Hours

New York Times5 October 2026, 18:00 UTCUnited Kingdom

The museum has been struggling to fit ticket holders into the exceptionally popular display, and it’s also up against the constraints of protecting the artwork.

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