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'The Darwin Centre shows the public more of our vital research and our internationally important collections. I hope the centre will inspire people to think about the natural environment differently and to take better care of our planet.'
Dr Michael Dixon - Director
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Species of the day
Read more about Endocarpon pusillum (hedwig) View all species of the day
Endocarpon pusillum (hedwig) - 01/08/2010
Endocarpon pusillum is a lichen. Like all lichens, it is made up of a fungus and an algae living in close association. But the algae in this lichen lives in an unusual place - the spore-bearing fruiting body. This adaptation should improve the lichen’s chances of survival. But does it?
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Entry is free
(there is a charge for temporary exhibitions)
| Monday to Sunday | 10:00 - 17:50 |
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The Museum is open every day except 24-26 December. Last admission is at 17:30.
Natural History Museum at Tring opening times
Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD, UK.
Tel: +44 (0)20 7942 5000
What's on
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Butterfly Explorers
Explore different habitats across the world in our exciting butterfly house with live butterflies, and outdoor play area.
08 Apr 2010 - 26 Sep 2010 -
The Deep Sea
Plunge into the depths of the ocean at The Deep Sea exhibition. Meet the weirdest creatures on Earth.
28 May 2010 - 05 Sep 2010 -
Wild Planet
Enjoy stunning wildlife photos out in the open. Brighton seafront is the first stop for the Wild Planet outdoor exhibition.
16 Mar 2010 - 26 Sep 2010 -
Rare angel shark arrives at Museum - 30/07/2010
A rare angel shark caught in the Bristol Channel has been brought to the Museum this week.
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Education
School programme
Explore our activities for all ages and abilities. They include foundation to A-level and activities at the new Darwin Centre.
Young Darwin Prize
Show off your skills as a filmmaker and put your local environment in the spotlight. This is the perfect summer holiday activity, and you could win £500 for your school or community group.
Nature online
Urban tree survey
Know your elder from your elm? Help scientists at the Museum with one of the biggest ever urban tree surveys in the UK.
Deep ocean
Explore the deep ocean. It's an environment that we know less about than the surface of the moon, filled with weird and wonderful creatures and habitats.
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Gift of the Month
Cast aside plastic carrier bags and go shopping with this lovely sea lily canvas bag inspired by the Museum’s The Deep Sea exhibition.
New book: Big Bugs Life-size
Enter a world of winged wonders, enormous earwigs and super-sized scorpions with our new book, Big Bugs Life-size, by Museum curator George Beccaloni.