New Genghis Khan exhibition to open at the Royal Armouries this summer - and kids can go free
Step back in time at the new Mongol Empire exhibition at the Royal Armouries Museum⏰
Over 200 rare Mongolian artefacts that have never been brought to the UK before will be part of a new exhibition at the Royal Armouries Museum, which explores the life and legacy of Genghis Khan
‘Genghis Khan: How the Mongols Changed the World’ will offer unparalleled insight into one of history’s most influential empires first established by Genghis Khan in 1206.
The Royal Armouries exhibition will run from June 26 to November 1 and draw lessons from the Mongol Empire that are still relevant today, from climate change to pandemics, cartography to science.
Nat Edwards, Director General and Master of the Armouries, said: “Cutting across ethnic, cultural and religious distinctions, Genghis Khan forged a new political and military force, the like of which had never before been seen. In a moment of vision and commitment, history changed and the balance of power began to shift.
“Today, the epic story of the Mongol Empire, brought into life through these amazing treasures, feels like something to which we should all pay attention and it’s an honour to bring this exhibition to the Royal Armouries.”
Genghis Khan and his Mongol army built a colossal empire in the 13th century, stretching from the shores of Japan to eastern Europe.
At its peak, the Mongols controlled over 22% of the world’s landmass, making it the largest contiguous empire in history.
Genghis Khan is widely known for his tyranny, and his conquests killed an estimated 40 million people.
‘Genghis Khan: How the Mongols Changed the World’ will feature 248 rare objects dating from the 1st to the 14th centuries, which are drawn from Mongolia’s national collections.
Many of these items, which include ancient saddles, inscribed coins, and the largest spearhead in Mongolia, have never previously left Mongolia.
The exhibition will also feature the stories of those living under Mongol rule, including Genghis Khan’s daughter, Alakai Beki, revealing the significant and surprising power wielded by women in the Mongol Empire.
As well as this, the Royal Armouries will run a summer programme alongside the exhibition which is set to include daily Mongolian horse shows.
Tickets for ‘Genghis Khan: How the Mongols Changed the World’ are now on sale on the Royal Armouries website.
Tickets cost £7 for concessionary groups, £9 for adults, and are free for children under 16 and carers.
‘Genghis Khan: How the Mongols changed the world’ presented at the Royal Armouries is produced by Nomad Exhibitions in association with Nantes History Museum, and in partnership with the Chinggis Khaan National Museum.
Tim Pethick, CEO and Founder of Nomad Exhibitions, said: “There are few stories to be told that are more epic that that of the Mongol Empire, and the Nomad Exhibitions team are thrilled to be able to bring that story vividly to life in this major international touring exhibition.
“Working closely with our partners at the Chinggis Khaan National Museum in Mongolia and the Nantes History Museum in France our team has shaped the interpretation of this extraordinary history with original collections from Mongolian museums, and innovative multimedia techniques, alongside fascinating and insightful curation to appeal to visitors of all ages.”