British Museum hosted Peter Thiel in private viewing of Bayeux tapestry

Concern among staff that fragile artwork’s scarce ‘light hours’ given to someone with no known interest in museum
8 points by tomwphillips 52 days ago www.theguardian.com 0 comments

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Staff at the British Museum are worried after Peter Thiel was given exclusive access to the Bayeux tapestry, a delicate piece that requires careful management of its light exposure. The decision raises questions about prioritizing access for individuals without a clear connection to the institution’s mission.

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