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All exhibitions and events for
12 April 2013
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12 April 2013
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Daily events
At the Natural History Museum we have a variety of activities and events that run every day.
Friday 12 April 2013
Anyone
Treasures in the Cadogan Gallery
Uncover our most extraordinary objects and specimens in the beautifully-designed new Treasures Cadogan Gallery.
Anyone
Cocoon
Take a self-guided tour in the futuristic Cocoon and explore our insect and plant specimen collections and latest research
Families (all ages)
Sensational Butterflies exhibition
From chomping caterpillars to beautiful butterflies, the Museum comes alive this summer.
Anyone
Sebastiao Salgado: Genesis
The world premiere of Genesis unveils extraordinary black and white images of landscapes, wildlife and remote communities.
Families (all ages)
Extinction: Not the End of the World?
This exhibition takes you beyond dodos and dinosaurs to explore the crucial role extinction plays in the evolution of life.
Anyone
Bluebell survey
Are Britain's bluebells flowering early because of climate change? Take part in the survey to help scientists find out.
Anyone
Cherry tree survey
This spring, join our search for cherry trees in streets, parks and gardens across the UK.
Families (all ages)
Explore and Discover guides for families
Get the most out of your visit with our stimulating and inspiring Explore and Discover guides.
Anyone
Big Seaweed Search
Take a walk along the coast and help us monitor the effects of climate change and invasive species on the UK's seaweeds.
Families (under 7s)
Family Explorer Backpacks
Families can explore the galleries together with a passport, binoculars and activity book. First come first served.
Families (all ages)
Investigate for families
Become a scientist for the day in our hands-on science centre. Centre closes at 17:00. Last entry is at 16.30.
11:00
Families (all ages)
Sir Hans Sloane
Meet Sir Hans Sloane, he will share his experience of collecting plants and animals from overseas.
11:30 - 13:00, 14:00 - 15:30
Families (all ages)
Cutting Edge workshop for families
Investigate how the teeth of animals are related to their diet in this interactive workshop.
11:30 - 12:15, 13:15 - 14:00
Families (all ages)
Hands On Nature - Ocean Life
Discover some of the wonder and variety of marine creatures and find out why they?re so special.
15:00 - 17:00