Bacterial World 19 October 2018 - 28 May 2019 The hidden story of the smallest of lifeforms and their influence on the past, present and future of our planet Exhibition website
3 May to 6 August Beautiful bacteria Showcasing our Community Art Project with Iffley Academy and artist Georgina Davy. Community case
8 May to 1 July Presenting... Igerna Sollas Recognising the work of Igerna Sollas (1877-1965), a scientist who made 3D reconstructions of fossils. Presenting case
2 July to 3 September Presenting... Birds of Paradise Introducing Paradisaeidae - jewels of the sky. Free, drop in. Presenting case
7 July to 31 December The Unexpected Art of Woodland Management Learn about fire, clay, wood-fire pottery kilns and sustainable woodland management. Free, drop in. Wytham room (with the beehive)
7 August to 30 September Ruskin 200 Young Artists Artworks produced by 5 to 15 year old artists as part of our Ruskin 200 year of activities Community case
3 May Beautiful bacteria Showcasing our Community Art Project with Iffley Academy and artist Georgina Davy. Community case
8 May Presenting... Igerna Sollas Recognising the work of Igerna Sollas (1877-1965), a scientist who made 3D reconstructions of fossils. Presenting case
Free, but must book 17 May Lobanov-Rostovsky Lecture: The Origin of the Earth This year’s speaker will be Professor Sir Alex Halliday, recently appointed Director of Columbia University’s Earth Institute. Lecture Theatre, Museum of Natural History
17 May Architecture tours Take a free volunteer-led tour to learn about the Museum’s Grade 1-listed building.
Book 17 May Late Night: Oceans and Islands Experience the Museums at night with this joint extravaganza with the Pitt-rivers museum. Talks, tours, activities, music, drinks under the dinos and experts to meet for this ocean and island based evening. Free, but must book.
18 May Ready, Steady, Draw! Family drawing activities and an opportunity to enter our art competition for younger artists aged 5 to 16 years old. Drop in, no booking required.
18 May Science Saturdays Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection. Ages 8+. Free. Drop in.
19 May Family Friendly Sundays Family friendly trails, crafts, backpacks and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in.
20 May Monday Drawing Bring your sketchbook and draw the Museum with Fusion Arts where artist Grace Exley will be on hand offering short tutorials and advice. Some drawing materials will be available. Free. Drop-in.
20 May Spotlight Specimen An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.
21 May Curious Cubs Pick up an activity bag and explore the Museum with some of our furry friends. Under 5s. Drop in.
