When you consider the British Museum just off Russell Square in London is one of the most famous museums in the world and it is free! Perhaps we the public do have a good deal? Can it be possible that such an establishment would continue to operate without government subsidy? Yes, of course.

Although the main point here being that actually museums in general should be able to generate sufficient revenue to stay open. The British Museum is just one of many in London that hosts a wealth of information, artifacts, sculptures, from across the world all throughout history.

From the Egyptians, to the Mayans, the Chinese over to Japan. From Persia to Greece, from Britain to the Romans. The collection is truly impressive. Judging by the visitor numbers and the popularity of the venue it is one of London's biggest draws.

That said, why do so few British parents take their children to places like the British Museum? Is it lack of understanding? Fear of the unknown? or just simple laziness? Either way you look at it, museums are soon to start charging and if you want to make the most of what London has to offer, it would be an idea to pay a visit.

Aside from saving money by going before 2011, the cultural experience children pick up when they visit and tour such a museum is priceless. The idea that all those little minds are looking, questioning, reading and learning about so much of civilisations history for the past two thousand years or more. It is a truly remarkable spectacle and one that every parent should take their child to see.

That said, it is also a good way to keep the kids entertained for the afternoon, but you will be surprised just how much you enjoy the wonders of the British Museum.

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