Closing 23 February View in browser https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/cr/AQiz6A8Qhrd1GOmfuwXJcn_IoBR7gMTGBHosaNpeJv6GWUzkiczsjiu0cS5n0g A Silk Road Oasis A Silk Road Oasis: Life in Ancient Dunhuang Until 23 February 2025 Book now | Members go free Don’t miss the last chance to see our stunning exhibition A Silk Road Oasis: Life in Ancient Dunhuang before it closes on 23 February. Journey down the legendary Silk Road to discover the people who lived,worked and worshipped in the vibrant city of Dunhuang through the contents of the Library Cave,a Buddhist site containing thousands of manuscripts,paintings and objects previously sealed for 900 years.   Book now > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Qhrd1GOmfuwUgyKH2GtVhbM78ybCnPnfV5SL9EJQHvd0ZARxbxaMwNJ6C6MBo ) Be part of the closing weekend events Kicking off with author Nicholas Nugent charting the origins of the global sea trade,followed by a two-day symposium,the exhibition will be rounded off with a special one-off performance by the Hong Kong Gaudeamus Dunhuang Ensemble.  Spice Ports and the Origins of Global Sea Trade Thursday 20 February,19.15 Drawing from his book The Spice Ports: Mapping the Origins of Global Sea Trade,Nicholas Nugent charts the origins of the global sea trade – from the exotic ports of the East to the bustling ports of the West – driven by exploration,trade,and profit. Book now > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Qhrd1GOmfuwUgyaH2GgIlxNevBTgj2uLFemBkAxqgHVh64fZr3Dhg6uydCvKK ) Resonance of the Silk Road: Past,Present and Future Friday 21 February,20.00 Join us for an unforgettable evening of music with the Hong Kong Gaudeamus Dunhuang Ensemble playing traditional Chinese instruments that bring to life compositions inspired by relics found in Dunhuang,including the Diamond Sutra. Book now > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Qhrd1GOmfuwUgyqH2GjRMr9VsD1n_BPX0E2ImbS7_rfoeXU1nhvHZyO7oq0vX ) A Silk Road Oasis Symposium: Exploring Dunhuang’s Multifaceted Legacy Friday 21 and Saturday 22 February,9.45 Our compelling two-day symposium will bring together a diverse group of international scholars offering their perspectives on Dunhuang’s enduring significance and multicultural history. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to discover the intracacies of daily life in ancient Dunhuang. Book now > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Qhrd1GOmfuwUgy6H2GoTkz3NhY1q5IWixDVAAoOWg_oCQGILh_dh_lhd8Cesd ) Learn more about Dunhuang Hear from modern day counterparts to the artists,scribes,musicians and nuns in the exhibition with these three interviews offering fresh perspectives on the lasting cultural significance of Dunhuang. Music of Dunhuang > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Qhrd1GOmfuwUgzKH2GsA_vLMABB1rX0ZrmdBhNzFWcMwd1uR8_tym7D9gBpMs ) The Nun’s story > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Qhrd1GOmfuwUgzaH2Gl5rvrSSe2_TTJJvF7eejV8cUo6ym9UqJnSsIujfXHOE ) Scribes in Dunhuang > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Qhrd1GOmfuwUgzqH2Gi6IKf9l_C5XDYWY0iMO7KqUiz9b4mTzikKRVxWh_JjH ) International Dunhuang Programme (IDP) Though the exhibition is drawing to a close,the International Dunhuang Programme will continue to offer unparalleled access to the rich history of the Silk Roads through its online platform where you can discover how the IDP supports the preservation of manuscripts and artifacts and promotes understanding of the region. Discover the IDP > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Qhrd1GOmfuwUgz6H2Gvk18ya7ZhZAWLIoGXzsuXDhYQfLdPn8RhIAwFAlCdNA ) See it for free Become a Member and visit all our exhibitions for free,as many times as you like. Plus,you can bring a friend along at no extra cost. Find out more about the other exhibitions you can see this year with your membership below Find out more > ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Qhrd1GOmfuwUg0KH2Gtsgzw03Q-R7jZBLs9_PP4tBONObN3LKRJ2nSc2B8UWw ) ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Qhrd1GOmfuwUg0aH2GhGEkEWImQHJCy2M4GjDqWRL_DSSNWThCDQ_39bZjjHb ) © 2025 British Library. 96 Euston Road,London. NW1 2DB. ( https://britishlibraryemails.bl.uk/c/AQiz6A8Qhrd1GOmfuwUg0qH2Gr0eP7QvNiFzXK_87EopJtDsV3GqPCxKbiWQmFBtg_UQ )