About us
Our vision and mission
Our vision is to advance our knowledge of the natural world, inspiring better care of our planet.
Our mission is to maintain and develop our collections, and use them to promote the discovery, understanding, responsible use and enjoyment of the natural world.
Latest news
Mighty Martian meteorite lands at Natural History Museum - 08/02/2012
A rare Martian meteorite could help unravel the mysteries of Mars. Watch the video.
A few great plant hunters find most species - 03/02/2012
Just 2% of plant collectors find the majority of new species, new research shows.
Contact and enquiries
Natural History Museum
Cromwell Road
London
SW7 5BD
UK
- General enquiries and staff contact enquiries
+44 (0)20 7942 5000
(8.00-17.50 Mon-Fri; 9.00-17.50 Sat-Sun) - Identification enquiries
- Main information desk
+44 (0)20 7942 5011
(10.00-17.45 Mon-Sun) - Customer services
+44 (0)20 7942 5511 or email us
(10.00-18.00 Mon-Fri) - Ticket enquiries
Email us(Mail checked 10.00-17.00 Mon-Sun)
What's on
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Scott's Last Expedition exhibition
Explore the captivating story of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's 1910-1913 Terra Nova expedition to Antarctica.
20 Jan 2012 - 02 Sep 2012 -
After Hours with MasterCard
Relax with an evening drink and enjoy the Scott's Last Expedition exhibition after hours.
24 Feb 2012, 18:00 -
Images of Nature
Explore the Museum's fantastic natural history artworks and a new Australian temporary exhibition. Free
21 Jan 2011 - 31 Jul 2012
