19 stories
Bcharreh Gibran Spirit | روح جبران في بشري
She curates the Gibran Museum in his hometown of Bcharreh. He's the scholar writing Gibran's definitive biography. Between prophet and poet, they write their own scripture. 'Inti el kitab el maftouh' (أنتِ الكتاب المفتوح).
Colchester Conquest
Military historian Adanna lectures at Colchester's Roman museum—but the thick Zimbabwean soldier who keeps attending has strategic interests that aren't just academic.
Greenwich Glory
Maritime museum historian Dr. Esther Blake gives the best tours in Greenwich—but when visiting professor David stays after hours, she shows him artifacts not in any exhibition.
Portsmouth Promise
Naval museum guide Folake tells stories of HMS Victory—but the thick Beninese historian who questions every fact becomes the most fascinating story she's ever told.
Rachaya el-Foukhar Pottery | فخار راشيا الفخار
She throws pottery in Lebanon's last traditional pottery village. He's the museum curator who wants her work for permanent collection. Between wheel and wall, they shape something lasting. 'Inti el sigheh el tamm' (أنتِ الصيغة التامة).
Rashaya Citadel Keeper | حارسة قلعة راشيا
She curates the museum at Rashaya Citadel, where Lebanon's independence was declared. He's the historian researching that pivotal moment. In halls of freedom, they find their own. 'Inti el istiklal el haqiqi' (أنتِ الاستقلال الحقيقي).
The Kuwaiti Art Collector | جامعة الفن الكويتية
She collects Islamic art for Kuwait's national museum. He's the British dealer with a rare piece. Their negotiation becomes personal.
Coventry Cycle
At the transport museum, vintage bicycle restorer Janet shows visitors the history of British cycling. When collector Michael brings a rare find, she takes him for a very different ride.
Dundee Design
At the V&A Dundee, exhibition designer Fiona creates experiences that transform visitors. When architect James collaborates on a show, she transforms him too.
חום בחולון | Holon Heat
At the Design Museum Holon, an architect meets a curator—and they discover that the most beautiful design is human connection.
Hull Trawler
Maritime museum curator Joan preserves the history of Hull's fishing fleet. When journalist Tom researches the triple trawler tragedy, she gives him more than archives.
Museum Midnight
Museum director Amal protects Saudi heritage. When archaeologist Yuki discovers a significant site, artifacts bring them together. 'Al madi yushakilna' (الماضي يشكلنا) - The past shapes us.
Portsmouth Navy
Naval museum curator Helen preserves Britain's maritime history. When retired admiral James visits, she discovers some histories are best explored together.
تاجر التحف | The Antique Dealer of Tangier
An antique dealer discovers passion with a museum acquisitor seeking Moroccan treasures.
Tébessa Traces
Nassira curates Tébessa's Roman museum. When epigrapher Henrik arrives deciphering ancient inscriptions, she translates what Latin can't say. 'El hjar yhafed' (الحجر يحافظ) - Stone preserves.
The Museum Docent's Discovery
Marguerite gives tours at the DuSable Museum. When a retired art professor keeps showing up to hear her lectures, she discovers some exhibits are worth exploring twice.
The Night Security Secret
Gladys works overnight security at the museum. When the new curator starts keeping the same late hours, the after-dark hours reveal more than exhibits.
陶俑修复师 | The Terracotta Restorer of Xi'an
西安兵马俑博物馆的深夜，一位丰满的女修复师与年轻考古学家之间的禁忌... In the depths of Xi'an's Terracotta Museum at night, a forbidden liaison between a curvaceous restorer and a young archaeologist...
Halifax Maritime Museum
She curates African maritime history at Halifax's museum—a thick ebony Somali widow whose knowledge spans oceans. When he visits her exhibit, she offers private tours. Some history is made behind closed doors.