Anthropology and World Archaeology, University of Oxford
Welcome to the Pitt Rivers Museum
The Pitt Rivers Museum cares for one of the world's great collections. It
is equally famous for its celebrated displays and its leading role in contemporary
research and museum curatorship. This site introduces visitors to both.
News: The Museum has reopened, having successfully completed
its Heritage Lottery Fund redevelopment project. Read more
about the project and see new images of the Museum interior.
Explore the Collections
Read about the collections on permanent display.
Visit a series of virtual collections and catalogues.
Learn about museum research and particular
objects from a range of information
sheets.
Visiting information
For people planning on visiting the museum, find out about opening hours, gallery closures, access information and directions. You can also find out more about what is in the museum and about available facilities.
What's On
Exhibitions
- PHOTOGRAPHS OF CENTRAL ASIA - Carolyn Drake 14 May – 28 February 2010
- OBJECTS IN PERFORMANCE - Gérard Mermoz 12 June - 11 January 2010
Events
- Community Christmas - Festive evening programme 27 November 18.00–21.00
- Saturday Spotlight - A programme of general interest events on the third Saturday of the month
- Pitt Stops - FREE events for all the family, First Saturday of every month 13.00 - 16.00
- Free Family Friendly activities in the Pitt Rivers and the University Museum, every Sunday 14.00 - 16.00. Activity backpacks, feelie boxes, quizzes, trails and colouring sheets.
News
- Queen's Anniversary Prize
- The Museum's Annual Report 2007-08
- Upper Gallery Online Diary keep up to date with progress
Support the Museum
- SUPPORT THE MUSEUM How to get involved and help support the Museum’s development plans and activities.
