Bring on the bluebells
2014 bluebell survey
Record your sightings and help scientists confirm if flowering seasons are getting earlier.
Film: Fred Rumsey on identifying bluebells and how your data helps
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Britain: One Million Years of the Human Story
Relive the dramatic story of prehistoric Britain, its people and changing landscapes in this major exhibition.
13 Feb 2014 - 28 Sep 2014 -
Sensational Butterflies exhibition
From crawling caterpillars to beautiful butterflies, the Museum comes alive this summer.
03 Apr 2014 - 14 Sep 2014 -
Egg-stinct: Fossilised Eggs From Prehistoric Times
Join us to discover more about eggs from dinosaurs and other extraordinary creatures.
18 Apr 2014, 14:30 -
Secretive species: Museum hits amphibian milestone - 15/04/2014
Museum scientists identify the 200th caecilian, a weird and wonderful group of little-known amphibians.
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Sneaky animals
Find out about some animal masters of disguise.
Ka-boom!
Build a volcano and watch it erupt.
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Humans in Britain
Unearth evidence of the story of humans in Britain.
Biodiversity videos
See how our scientists help identify threats to nature.
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Gift of the Month
Live butterfly garden: hatch your own butterflies.
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