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Come and explore...
Get up close in the new Darwin Centre Cocoon
From where to eat and drink to information on our galleries and latest exhibitions, Visit us will help you plan a great day out.
Entry is free!
(There is a charge for some temporary exhibitions)
Opening times
| Open every day | 10.00 - 17.50 |
| Last admission | 17.30 |
Natural History Museum at Tring opening times
The Museums are open every day, including Sundays and bank holidays, but closed 24 - 26 December.
Whale Hall closure
The Whale Hall is closed for refurbishment until 26 March 2010. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
For your security, most areas of the Museum are protected by CCTV.
On entry to the Museum your bags and other personal items will be inspected. We advise you not to bring any sharp objects such as metal knives, forks, scissors, etc. to the Museum, as they may be confiscated.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Parents' survival guide
Bringing the kids? From special activities to bags and pushchairs, here's your essential guide.
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Booking
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Floor Plans
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What's on
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After Hours
Enjoy an evening drink, tapas and some great events at the Museum and its new Darwin Centre after hours.
26 Mar 2010, 18:00 -
Buttterfly Explorers
Coming soon. Explore habitats around the world in our exciting butterfly house with live butterflies and play area.
08 Apr 2010 - 26 Sep 2010 -
Meet BBC Museum of Life producer
An exclusive After Hours talk with Ludo Graham, executive producer of the Museum of Life series now on BBC Two.
26 Mar 2010, 19:00
This month's highlights
Inspired by your visit to the Darwin Centre?
Since opening last year, our new Darwin Centre has been wowing visitors every day with its amazing cocoon building and incredible exhibits. You can vote for it to win The Art Fund Prize 2010 for museums and galleries.
The Illegal Trade in Endangered Species evening talk 25 March
What animal parts are being traded illegally and why is it happening? Find out at our next Nature live Night debate on 25 March. 19.00.
Wild Planet
This stunning free outdoor exhibition starts its UK tour on 12 March on Brighton seafront. It celebrates images from past Wildlife Photographer of the Year competitions.
Short adult courses
Fancy a half-day beetling around in Richmond park learning about insects? Or an 8-session early-humans sculpture course? Museum experts and qualified instructors are your guides on our great new adult courses.