Nicholas Cullinan

Nicholas Cullinan, director of the British Museum, is on a mission to modernize the institution while embracing its complex past. He discusses the challenges of addressing looted artifacts and the museum's colonial legacy. Cullinan emphasizes the importance of making the museum accessible to everyone and the innovative plans for renovations that balance heritage with future needs. He also highlights the vital role museums play in community engagement and the ongoing conversation around artifact repatriation and cultural ownership.