(Claw of Baryonyx walkeri) Baryonyx means 'heavy claw'. Unusually for a carnivorous dinosaur we know it ate fish as scientists have found fish scales and teeth with its fossil where its stomach would have been.

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After hours

Enjoy the Museum after hours and meet up with friends for a drink, have a bite to eat or visit one of our world-class exhibitions. 

We have a lively evening events programme and regular late openings.

  • Lates with MasterCard
    Lates with MasterCard

    Want a great Friday night out? The Museum and our special exhibitions stay open late on the last Friday of every month.

    Next event: 31 May 2013

  • Our Lives Through the Lens
    Our Lives Through the Lens - After Hours event

    Do photos and social media image-sharing rule our lives? Join our evening debate.

    31 May 2013

  • Night Safari with MasterCard - The Natural History of London
    Night Safari with MasterCard

    Join our exclusive night-time tour of the Museum's iconic Central Hall and adjoining galleries after the crowds have left.

    Next event: 10 June 2013

  • Dino Snores for Grown-ups
    Dino Snores for Grown-ups

    Our sophisticated sleepover at the Museum includes a 3-course dinner and mix of music, science and cinema along with free entry to our big exhibitions.

    Next event: 29 June 2013 - SOLD OUT
    16 August 2013

  • Science Uncovered 2013
    Science Uncovered

    Get ready for our exclusive evening of behind-the-scenes access to our science and specimens in our annual free festival to mark European Researchers' Night.

    27 September 2013

  • Crime Scene Live
    Crime Scene Live

    Try your skills as a crime scene officer and solve a murder mystery at our unique event.

    Next events: 30 August and 29 November 2013 - SOLD OUT
    Dates for 2014 announced soon

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