WHAT'S ON

WHAT'S ON

2 October

Colourful Creations

Part of the Big Draw Festival on National Older People’s Day – Silver Sunday

14:00-16:00

6 October

Geodiversity Day: A Geological Gem

Join Geologists Phil Powell and Nina Morgan on a tour of the Museum, and learn about how the geology of Britain...

Join Geologists Phil Powell and Nina Morgan on a tour of the Museum, and learn about how the geology of Britain was built into the fabric of the building.

13:30 and 15:30

10 October

Super Canids in South Africa

Learn from researcher Dr Jan Kamler about black-backed jackals, a species of ‘super canid’. In his talk, Dr...

Learn from researcher Dr Jan Kamler about black-backed jackals, a species of ‘super canid’. In his talk, Dr Kamler will explore the negative effects ‘super canids’ can have...

Learn from researcher Dr Jan Kamler about black-backed jackals, a species of ‘super canid’. In his talk, Dr Kamler will explore the negative effects ‘super canids’ can have on other species, their conflicts...

Learn from researcher Dr Jan Kamler about black-backed jackals, a species of ‘super canid’. In his talk, Dr Kamler will explore the negative effects ‘super canids’ can have on other species, their conflicts with humans, and the path forward to conservatio

19:00-20:00

26 October

Why Sharks Matter

Join marine conservation biologist Dr. David Shiffman for a fun and engaging talk on the world's most misunderstood...

Join marine conservation biologist Dr. David Shiffman for a fun and engaging talk on the world's most misunderstood predator — sharks! Find out about the latest research into...

Join marine conservation biologist Dr. David Shiffman for a fun and engaging talk on the world's most misunderstood predator — sharks! Find out about the latest research into shark science and conservati...

Join marine conservation biologist Dr. David Shiffman for a fun and engaging talk on the world's most misunderstood predator — sharks! Find out about the latest research into shark science and conservation.

18:00 — 19:00

10 November

Earth Exhibition Touch Tour

A hands-on tour of our latest temporary exhibition for visitors who are blind or partially-sighted.

10 November, Time TBC

28 November

Elegy for a River

Is it too late for riparian wildlife? Author and biologist Tom Moorhouse discusses 11 years of research into our...

Is it too late for riparian wildlife? Author and biologist Tom Moorhouse discusses 11 years of research into our waterways, and what his work has revealed about the future of our r...

Is it too late for riparian wildlife? Author and biologist Tom Moorhouse discusses 11 years of research into our waterways, and what his work has revealed about the future of our rivers.

19:00 – 20:00

6 December

On Hobbits and Hominins

Our scientific understanding of human evolution has changed drastically over the years. How have changing perspectives...

Our scientific understanding of human evolution has changed drastically over the years. How have changing perspectives been informed by studies of sci-fi and fantasy fiction? And how...

Our scientific understanding of human evolution has changed drastically over the years. How have changing perspectives been informed by studies of sci-fi and fantasy fiction? And how might fiction have borrowed...

Our scientific understanding of human evolution has changed drastically over the years. How have changing perspectives been informed by studies of sci-fi and fantasy fiction? And how might fiction have borrowed from science to (re)write the human story…

18:00—19:30

13 December

On Dragons and Dinosaurs

On the 1st January 1938, J.R.R. Tolkien gave his thoughts on dragonlore and dinosaurs in an illustrated lecture...

On the 1st January 1938, J.R.R. Tolkien gave his thoughts on dragonlore and dinosaurs in an illustrated lecture at the Museum. Join us for a re-run of the lecture featuring original...

On the 1st January 1938, J.R.R. Tolkien gave his thoughts on dragonlore and dinosaurs in an illustrated lecture at the Museum. Join us for a re-run of the lecture featuring original slides and documents used by...

On the 1st January 1938, J.R.R. Tolkien gave his thoughts on dragonlore and dinosaurs in an illustrated lecture at the Museum. Join us for a re-run of the lecture featuring original slides and documents used by Tolkein, followed by an expert panel discuss

19:00 – 20:00

1 October

Out of the Deep

Join us for a family-friendly specimen-handling session exploring the underwater world of prehistoric marine r...

Join us for a family-friendly specimen-handling session exploring the underwater world of prehistoric marine reptiles.

11:00 – 13:00

1 October

Animal Themed Baby Boogie

Disco fun with crafts and activities for parents and kids aged 0-6! Boogie with your baby and get creative with...

Disco fun with crafts and activities for parents and kids aged 0-6! Boogie with your baby and get creative with your toddler.

Sessions at 13:00 and 14:30

2 October

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in, no booking required.

14:00 – 16:00

9 October

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in, no booking required.

14:00 – 16:00

10 October

A Little Look at... Night-Time Animals

Ages 2-5. Join us as we hunt the Museum for animals that can usually be found awake at night.

Tours at 10.15am and 11am

15 October

Science Saturdays

Ages 8+. Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection.

14:00 – 16:00

16 October

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in, no booking required.

14:00 – 16:00

22 October

Science Saturdays

Ages 8+. Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection.

14:00 – 16:00

23 October

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in, no booking required.

14:00 – 16:00

24 October

Doodlebugs

Join us for the Big Draw Festival 2022, and doodle the afternoon away using our insect specimens as inspiration....

Join us for the Big Draw Festival 2022, and doodle the afternoon away using our insect specimens as inspiration. You will also have the chance to look at insects under the microscope,...

Join us for the Big Draw Festival 2022, and doodle the afternoon away using our insect specimens as inspiration. You will also have the chance to look at insects under the microscope, and meet scientists who study...

Join us for the Big Draw Festival 2022, and doodle the afternoon away using our insect specimens as inspiration. You will also have the chance to look at insects under the microscope, and meet scientists who study bees.

13:00 – 16:00

25 October

Doodlebugs

Join us for the Big Draw Festival 2022, and doodle the afternoon away using our insect specimens as inspiration....

Join us for the Big Draw Festival 2022, and doodle the afternoon away using our insect specimens as inspiration. You will also have the chance to look at insects under the microscope,...

Join us for the Big Draw Festival 2022, and doodle the afternoon away using our insect specimens as inspiration. You will also have the chance to look at insects under the microscope, and meet scientists who study...

Join us for the Big Draw Festival 2022, and doodle the afternoon away using our insect specimens as inspiration. You will also have the chance to look at insects under the microscope, and meet scientists who study bees.

13:00 – 16:00

28 October

Autism-Friendly Opening

A relaxed morning opening to explore the Museum collections in a quiet environment for families with members on...

A relaxed morning opening to explore the Museum collections in a quiet environment for families with members on the Autism spectrum.

9:00 – 10:00

29 October

Science Saturdays

Ages 8+. Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection.

14:00 – 16:00

30 October

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in, no booking required.

14:00 – 16:00

5 November

Science Saturdays

Ages 8+. Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection.

14:00 – 16:00

6 November

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in, no booking required.

14:00 – 16:00

10 November

Earth Exhibition Touch Tour

A hands-on tour of our latest temporary exhibition for visitors who are blind or partially-sighted.

10 November, Time TBC

12 November

Science Saturdays

Ages 8+. Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection.

14:00 – 16:00

13 November

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in, no booking required.

14:00 – 16:00

14 November

A Little Look at... Forest Friends

Ages 2-5. Keep your eyes peeled for our forest friends who are hiding in the Museum.

Tours at 10.15am and 11am

19 November

Science Saturdays

Ages 8+. Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection.

14:00 – 16:00

20 November

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in, no booking required.

14:00 – 16:00

26 November

Science Saturdays

Ages 8+. Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection.

14:00 – 16:00

27 November

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in, no booking required.

14:00 – 16:00

3 December

Science Saturdays

Ages 8+. Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection.

14:00 – 16:00

4 December

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in, no booking required.

14:00 – 16:00

11 December

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in, no booking required.

14:00 – 16:00

12 December

A Little Look at... Winter Animals

Ages 2-5. Find out how animals cosy up for winter on this guided walk around the Museum.

Tours at 10.15am and 11am

18 December

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in, no booking required.

14:00 – 16:00

21 December

Christmas Family Trail

Explore the Museum by following our festive family trail.

Available 10:00–17:00

23 December

Christmas Family Trail

Explore the Museum by following our festive family trail.

Available 10:00–17:00

22 December

Christmas Family Trail

Explore the Museum by following our festive family trail.

Available 10:00–17:00

24 December

Christmas Family Trail

Explore the Museum by following our festive family trail.

Available 10:00–17:00

27 December

Christmas Family Trail

Explore the Museum by following our festive family trail.

Available 10:00–17:00

28 December

Christmas Family Trail

Explore the Museum by following our festive family trail.

Available 10:00–17:00

29 December

Christmas Family Trail

Explore the Museum by following our festive family trail.

Available 10:00–17:00

30 December

Christmas Family Trail

Explore the Museum by following our festive family trail.

Available 10:00–17:00

2 January

Christmas Family Trail

Explore the Museum by following our festive family trail.

Available 10:00–17:00

28 October

Autism-Friendly Opening

A relaxed morning opening to explore the Museum collections in a quiet environment for families with members on...

A relaxed morning opening to explore the Museum collections in a quiet environment for families with members on the Autism spectrum.

9:00 – 10:00

10 November

Earth Exhibition Touch Tour

A hands-on tour of our latest temporary exhibition for visitors who are blind or partially-sighted.

10 November, Time TBC

2 October

Colourful Creations

Part of the Big Draw Festival on National Older People’s Day – Silver Sunday

14:00-16:00

28 October

Age of Nature October

Join us for Age of Nature, a social group for older people that goes behind-the-scenes to investigate the sometimes...

Join us for Age of Nature, a social group for older people that goes behind-the-scenes to investigate the sometimes hidden stories of the Museum.

14:00 – 16:00

WHAT'S ON

WHAT'S ON

ADULTS & YOUNG PEOPLE

Colourful Creations

Geodiversity Day: A Geological Gem

Super Canids in South Africa

Why Sharks Matter

Earth Exhibition Touch Tour

Elegy for a River

On Hobbits and Hominins

On Dragons and Dinosaurs

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Out of the Deep

Animal Themed Baby Boogie

Family Friendly Sundays

Family Friendly Sundays

A Little Look at... Night-Time Animals

Science Saturdays

Family Friendly Sundays

Science Saturdays

Family Friendly Sundays

Doodlebugs

Doodlebugs

Autism-Friendly Opening

Science Saturdays

Family Friendly Sundays

Science Saturdays

Family Friendly Sundays

Earth Exhibition Touch Tour

Science Saturdays

Family Friendly Sundays

A Little Look at... Forest Friends

Science Saturdays

Family Friendly Sundays

Science Saturdays

Family Friendly Sundays

Science Saturdays

Family Friendly Sundays

Family Friendly Sundays

A Little Look at... Winter Animals

Family Friendly Sundays

Christmas Family Trail

Christmas Family Trail

Christmas Family Trail

Christmas Family Trail

Christmas Family Trail

Christmas Family Trail

Christmas Family Trail

Christmas Family Trail

Christmas Family Trail

ACCESS EVENTS

Autism-Friendly Opening

Earth Exhibition Touch Tour

OLDER ADULTS

Colourful Creations

Age of Nature October

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Athena Swan

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