Discover some of the world’s most extraordinary places through this curated selection of UNESCO World Heritage Sites on EarthMuseum. Recognised for their Outstanding Universal Value, UNESCO World Heritage Sites represent humanity’s shared cultural and natural heritage. From ancient cities and sacred landscapes to breathtaking natural wonders and remarkable archaeological treasures, these places tell the story …
A quiet churchyard in the village of Brockenhurst, near Southampton in the United Kingdom, is the final resting place of young soldiers from Aotearoa New Zealand. Buried thousands of miles from their homeland, these men of both European and Māori ancestry served during the First World War and fought on the battlefields of northern France. …
Sea shanties are far more than simple sailor songs. They represent a rich and shared cultural heritage that connected seafarers from diverse backgrounds through stories of danger, loss, adventure, longing, hardship, and hope. Life at sea and on inland waters was often perilous. Sailors faced constant uncertainty as calm waters could be transformed by violent …
Dive in and explore a world of heritage beneath the sea. Since the earliest days of human history, people have been explorers, venturing into the unknown in search of new lands, opportunities, and places to call home. Crossing the oceans has been a vital part of this story of migration, trade, discovery, and cultural exchange. …
Zimbabwean heritage specialist Taurai Mudzudzi shares a selection of significant heritage sites across his country that are increasingly at risk from conflicting land use, neglect, and environmental change. Through these compelling stories, Taurai issues a call for greater awareness, protection, and support for Zimbabwe’s rich community heritage. Too often overlooked and undervalued in contemporary society, …
Explore the world through the stories of extraordinary objects from The Met Museum’s collection. Our unique experience links artefacts to the locations where their histories and cultural significance come to life, creating a richer understanding of the people and places behind them. Thanks to The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s commitment to open access, many collection …
Welcome to EarthMuseum, where you can explore a growing collection of curated global stories that reconnect heritage with its physical locations and the communities to which it belongs. This beta version offers both a fascinating journey and a powerful demonstration of a dynamic new approach to storytelling about our shared past. From artefacts preserved in …