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All exhibitions and events for
28 May 2012
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3 June 2012
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At the Natural History Museum we have a variety of activities and events that run every day.
Monday 28 May 2012
Anyone
Cocoon
Take a self-guided tour in the futuristic Cocoon and explore our insect and plant specimen collections and latest research
Anyone
Images of Nature
Explore the Museum's natural history artworks in our Images of Nature gallery. Free.
Anyone
Scott's Last Expedition exhibition
Explore the captivating story of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's 1910-1913 Terra Nova expedition to Antarctica.
Anyone
Wild Planet
Enjoy classic shots from Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibitions in a free outdoor display on the Museum's East lawn.
Anyone
Animal Inside Out
Go on an anatomical safari of the natural world and see how animal bodies look and work when the flesh is stripped away.
Anyone
Light up Dippy
Make our famous and much-loved dinosaur in the Central Hall light up and roar.
Anyone
Specimen Preparation Area in action
See our scientists and volunteers in action in the Specimen Preparation Area (SPA) of the Darwin Centre Cocoon.
11:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 16:00
Schools (Key Stages 1-2)
Primary Explore and Discover guides
Self-led guides which challenge pupils with gallery activities. Cost 50p each. Call and order on 020 7942 5555.
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.
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 (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)
Explore and Discover guides for families
Get the most out of your visit with our stimulating and inspiring Explore and Discover guides.
Schools (Key Stage 4)
Interactive Film: Who do you really think you are?
This interactive film will transport your students back in time to explore the tree of life.
10:30 - 11:20, 11:45 - 12:35, 13:00 - 13:50
Schools (Early Years Foundation)
Explorers: Ourselves and Other Animals
School event (Reception, KS1): Take up a self-guided Explorer challenge through the Museum.
10:45 - 11:45, 11:45 - 12:45
Schools (Key Stage 2)
Dino-Scientists
School event (KS2: Y3-4): Become a dinosaur scientist for the day using our incredible galleries.
11:30 - 12:30, 12:30 - 13:30
Families (12+)
Comparative Anatomy
What can comparing the anatomy of different animals tell us about the development of life on Earth?
14:30
Families (all ages)
Investigate for families
Become a scientist for the day in our hands-on science centre. Last entry is at 16.30.
14:30 - 17:00
Anyone
Spirit Collection Tours
See hidden treasures such as the giant squid or specimens collected by Charles Darwin.
14:45 - 15:15, 16:15 - 16:45
Anyone
Spirit Collection Tours - Extended
See hidden treasures such as the giant squid or specimens collected by Charles Darwin.
15:15 - 16:05
Anyone
Who do you think you really are? Interactive film
Augmented reality brings extinct creatures to life in the studio in our interactive film about evolution.
15:30 - 16:20
Anyone
Nature Through the Lens
This fascinating 15-minute documentary marks key breathroughs in wildlife film-making over the past 100 years.
16:30 - 16:45
Anyone
David Attenborough: Life on Camera
Find out about Britain's foremost naturalist and broadcaster featuring some of the best loved clips from his TV series.
16:50 - 17:05
Anyone
Wildscapes
Experience what it's like to be an animal on the African Plain, in the ocean, and at the Arctic and Antarctic Poles.
17:10 - 17:25
Tuesday 29 May 2012
Anyone
Cocoon
Take a self-guided tour in the futuristic Cocoon and explore our insect and plant specimen collections and latest research
Anyone
Images of Nature
Explore the Museum's natural history artworks in our Images of Nature gallery. Free.
Anyone
Scott's Last Expedition exhibition
Explore the captivating story of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's 1910-1913 Terra Nova expedition to Antarctica.
Anyone
Animal Inside Out
Go on an anatomical safari of the natural world and see how animal bodies look and work when the flesh is stripped away.
Anyone
Wild Planet
Enjoy classic shots from Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibitions in a free outdoor display on the Museum's East lawn.
Anyone
Light up Dippy
Make our famous and much-loved dinosaur in the Central Hall light up and roar.
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.
Anyone
Cherry tree survey
This spring, join our search for cherry trees in streets, parks and gardens across the UK.
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)
Explore and Discover guides for families
Get the most out of your visit with our stimulating and inspiring Explore and Discover guides.
Anyone
Bluebell survey
Are Britain's bluebells flowering early because of climate change? Take part in the survey to help scientists find out.
Schools (Key Stages 1-2)
Primary Explore and Discover guides
Self-led guides which challenge pupils with gallery activities. Cost 50p each. Call and order on 020 7942 5555.
Schools (Key Stage 1)
Gallery character: Circadian Sam
School event (KS1): Help Circadian Sam sort out which animals should be asleep by looking at their features.
10:30 - 11:00, 11:30 - 12:00, 13:00 - 13:30, 13:30 - 14:00
Schools (Key Stage 3)
The Variety Show KS3
Schools event (KS3) Enthuse students about diversity, complexity and beauty of life on Earth in a fun science show.
10:30 - 11:05, 11:45 - 12:20, 12:45 - 13:20
Schools (Early Years Foundation)
Explorers: Ourselves and Other Animals
School event (Reception, KS1): Take up a self-guided Explorer challenge through the Museum.
10:45 - 11:45, 11:45 - 12:45
Schools (Key Stage 3)
Earth science show - Rocks the House
School event (KS3): Marvel at the power within the Earth.
10:45 - 11:30, 12:15 - 13:00, 13:45 - 14:30
Adults
The World of Seaweeds
What are seaweeds, what are their uses and why are they important?
11:00 - 12:30, 14:00 - 15:30
Schools (Key Stage 2)
Dino-Scientists
School event (KS2: Y3-4): Become a dinosaur scientist for the day using our incredible galleries.
11:30 - 12:30, 12:30 - 13:30
Families (all ages)
Investigate for families
Become a scientist for the day in our hands-on science centre. Last entry is at 16.30.
14:30 - 17:00
Adults
Dinner in the Deep Sea
Join us to find out about the animals that feed at the bottom of the ocean and the new species being discovered in the dark.
14:30 - 15:00
Anyone
Spirit Collection Tours
See hidden treasures such as the giant squid or specimens collected by Charles Darwin.
14:45 - 15:15, 16:15 - 16:45
Anyone
Spirit Collection Tours - Extended
See hidden treasures such as the giant squid or specimens collected by Charles Darwin.
15:15 - 16:05
Anyone
Who do you think you really are? Interactive film
Augmented reality brings extinct creatures to life in the studio in our interactive film about evolution.
15:30 - 16:20
Anyone
Nature Through the Lens
This fascinating 15-minute documentary marks key breathroughs in wildlife film-making over the past 100 years.
16:30 - 16:45
Anyone
David Attenborough: Life on Camera
Find out about Britain's foremost naturalist and broadcaster featuring some of the best loved clips from his TV series.
16:50 - 17:05
Anyone
Wildscapes
Experience what it's like to be an animal on the African Plain, in the ocean, and at the Arctic and Antarctic Poles.
17:10 - 17:25
Wednesday 30 May 2012
Anyone
Cocoon
Take a self-guided tour in the futuristic Cocoon and explore our insect and plant specimen collections and latest research
Anyone
Images of Nature
Explore the Museum's natural history artworks in our Images of Nature gallery. Free.
Anyone
Scott's Last Expedition exhibition
Explore the captivating story of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's 1910-1913 Terra Nova expedition to Antarctica.
Anyone
Wild Planet
Enjoy classic shots from Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibitions in a free outdoor display on the Museum's East lawn.
Anyone
Animal Inside Out
Go on an anatomical safari of the natural world and see how animal bodies look and work when the flesh is stripped away.
Anyone
Light up Dippy
Make our famous and much-loved dinosaur in the Central Hall light up and roar.
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.
Anyone
Cherry tree survey
This spring, join our search for cherry trees in streets, parks and gardens across the UK.
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)
Explore and Discover guides for families
Get the most out of your visit with our stimulating and inspiring Explore and Discover guides.
Schools (Key Stages 1-2)
Primary Explore and Discover guides
Self-led guides which challenge pupils with gallery activities. Cost 50p each. Call and order on 020 7942 5555.
Anyone
Bluebell survey
Are Britain's bluebells flowering early because of climate change? Take part in the survey to help scientists find out.
Schools (Key Stage 2)
Gallery Character: Mary Anning
School event (KS2): Meet pioneering nineteenth-century fossil hunter Mary Anning.
10:30 - 11:00, 11:30 - 12:00, 12:45 - 13:15, 13:30 - 14:00
Schools (Key Stage 1)
Wildlife Garden Explorers
School event (Nursery: 3 years+, Reception, KS1) Investigate the wildlife garden in the role of explorers.
10:30 - 11:30, 12:30 - 13:30
Schools (Key Stage 2)
The Variety Show KS2
Excite and enthuse your students about diversity, complexity and beauty of life on Earth in this fun science show.
10:30 - 11:00, 11:45 - 12:15, 12:45 - 13:15
Schools (Early Years Foundation)
Explorers: Ourselves and Other Animals
School event (Reception, KS1): Take up a self-guided Explorer challenge through the Museum.
10:45 - 11:45, 11:45 - 12:45
Schools (Key Stage 2)
Cutting Edge Workshop
School event (KS2:Y3-4): Look at how teeth relate to diet in this interactive workshop.
10:45 - 11:45, 13:00 - 14:00
Schools (Key Stage 3)
Earth science show - Rocks the House
School event (KS3): Marvel at the power within the Earth.
10:45 - 11:30, 12:15 - 13:00, 13:45 - 14:30
Schools (Key Stage 2)
Dino-Scientists
School event (KS2: Y3-4): Become a dinosaur scientist for the day using our incredible galleries.
11:30 - 12:30, 12:30 - 13:30
Families (12+)
Messengers from Mars
Join us as we discover some of the fascinating facts that meteorites reveal about the red planet.
14:30 - 15:00
Families (all ages)
Investigate for families
Become a scientist for the day in our hands-on science centre. Last entry is at 16.30.
14:30 - 17:00
Anyone
Spirit Collection Tours
See hidden treasures such as the giant squid or specimens collected by Charles Darwin.
14:45 - 15:15, 16:15 - 16:45
Anyone
Spirit Collection Tours - Extended
See hidden treasures such as the giant squid or specimens collected by Charles Darwin.
15:15 - 16:05
Anyone
Who do you think you really are? Interactive film
Augmented reality brings extinct creatures to life in the studio in our interactive film about evolution.
15:30 - 16:20
Anyone
Nature Through the Lens
This fascinating 15-minute documentary marks key breathroughs in wildlife film-making over the past 100 years.
16:30 - 16:45
Anyone
David Attenborough: Life on Camera
Find out about Britain's foremost naturalist and broadcaster featuring some of the best loved clips from his TV series.
16:50 - 17:05
Anyone
Wildscapes
Experience what it's like to be an animal on the African Plain, in the ocean, and at the Arctic and Antarctic Poles.
17:10 - 17:25
Thursday 31 May 2012
Anyone
Cocoon
Take a self-guided tour in the futuristic Cocoon and explore our insect and plant specimen collections and latest research
Anyone
Images of Nature
Explore the Museum's natural history artworks in our Images of Nature gallery. Free.
Anyone
Scott's Last Expedition exhibition
Explore the captivating story of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's 1910-1913 Terra Nova expedition to Antarctica.
Anyone
Wild Planet
Enjoy classic shots from Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibitions in a free outdoor display on the Museum's East lawn.
Anyone
Animal Inside Out
Go on an anatomical safari of the natural world and see how animal bodies look and work when the flesh is stripped away.
Anyone
Light up Dippy
Make our famous and much-loved dinosaur in the Central Hall light up and roar.
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.
Schools (Key Stages 1-2)
Primary Explore and Discover guides
Self-led guides which challenge pupils with gallery activities. Cost 50p each. Call and order on 020 7942 5555.
Anyone
Cherry tree survey
This spring, join our search for cherry trees in streets, parks and gardens across the UK.
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)
Explore and Discover guides for families
Get the most out of your visit with our stimulating and inspiring Explore and Discover guides.
Anyone
Bluebell survey
Are Britain's bluebells flowering early because of climate change? Take part in the survey to help scientists find out.
Schools (Key Stage 1)
Gallery character: Circadian Sam
School event (KS1): Help Circadian Sam sort out which animals should be asleep by looking at their features.
10:30 - 11:00, 11:30 - 12:00, 13:00 - 13:30, 13:30 - 14:00
Schools (Key Stage 1)
Wildlife Garden Explorers
School event (Nursery: 3 years+, Reception, KS1) Investigate the wildlife garden in the role of explorers.
10:30 - 11:30, 12:30 - 13:30
Schools (Key Stage 3)
KS3 Science Day
School event (KS3): Make the most of your visit with this exciting three hour timetable of events.
10:30, 10:50, 11:00
Schools (Early Years Foundation)
Explorers: Ourselves and Other Animals
School event (Reception, KS1): Take up a self-guided Explorer challenge through the Museum.
10:45 - 11:45, 11:45 - 12:45
Schools (Key Stage 3)
Earth science show - Rocks the House
School event (KS3): Marvel at the power within the Earth.
10:45 - 11:30, 12:15 - 13:00, 13:45 - 14:30
Schools (Key Stage 2)
Dino-Scientists
School event (KS2: Y3-4): Become a dinosaur scientist for the day using our incredible galleries.
11:30 - 12:30, 12:30 - 13:30
Families (7+)
Cockroaches: From the Beginning
Join us as we dispell the myths and celebrate these fantastic creatures.
14:30 - 15:00
Families (all ages)
Investigate for families
Become a scientist for the day in our hands-on science centre. Last entry is at 16.30.
14:30 - 17:00
Anyone
Spirit Collection Tours
See hidden treasures such as the giant squid or specimens collected by Charles Darwin.
14:45 - 15:15
Anyone
Spirit Collection Tours - Extended
See hidden treasures such as the giant squid or specimens collected by Charles Darwin.
15:00 - 15:50
Anyone
Who do you think you really are? Interactive film
Augmented reality brings extinct creatures to life in the studio in our interactive film about evolution.
15:30 - 16:20
Anyone
Nature Through the Lens
This fascinating 15-minute documentary marks key breathroughs in wildlife film-making over the past 100 years.
16:30 - 16:45
Anyone
David Attenborough: Life on Camera
Find out about Britain's foremost naturalist and broadcaster featuring some of the best loved clips from his TV series.
16:50 - 17:05
Anyone
Wildscapes
Experience what it's like to be an animal on the African Plain, in the ocean, and at the Arctic and Antarctic Poles.
17:10 - 17:25
Adults
Nature on Canvas: Botanical Beauty
Learn how to capture the beauty of the botanical world with our 10-week art course and create your own masterpieces.
19:00 - 21:30
Friday 1 June 2012
Anyone
Cocoon
Take a self-guided tour in the futuristic Cocoon and explore our insect and plant specimen collections and latest research
Anyone
Images of Nature
Explore the Museum's natural history artworks in our Images of Nature gallery. Free.
Anyone
Scott's Last Expedition exhibition
Explore the captivating story of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's 1910-1913 Terra Nova expedition to Antarctica.
Anyone
Wild Planet
Enjoy classic shots from Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibitions in a free outdoor display on the Museum's East lawn.
Anyone
Animal Inside Out
Go on an anatomical safari of the natural world and see how animal bodies look and work when the flesh is stripped away.
Anyone
Light up Dippy
Make our famous and much-loved dinosaur in the Central Hall light up and roar.
Anyone
Specimen Preparation Area in action
See our scientists and volunteers in action in the Specimen Preparation Area (SPA) of the Darwin Centre Cocoon.
11:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 16:00
Schools (Key Stages 1-2)
Primary Explore and Discover guides
Self-led guides which challenge pupils with gallery activities. Cost 50p each. Call and order on 020 7942 5555.
Anyone
Bluebell survey
Are Britain's bluebells flowering early because of climate change? Take part in the survey to help scientists find out.
Families (under 7s)
Family Explorer Backpacks
Families can explore the galleries together with a passport, binoculars and activity book. First come first served.
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.
Anyone
Cherry tree survey
This spring, join our search for cherry trees in streets, parks and gardens across the UK.
Schools (Key Stage 1)
Wildlife Garden Explorers
School event (Nursery: 3 years+, Reception, KS1) Investigate the wildlife garden in the role of explorers.
10:30 - 11:30, 12:30 - 13:30
Schools (Early Years Foundation)
Explorers: Ourselves and Other Animals
School event (Reception, KS1): Take up a self-guided Explorer challenge through the Museum.
10:45 - 11:45, 11:45 - 12:45
Schools (Key Stage 3)
Earth science show - Rocks the House
School event (KS3): Marvel at the power within the Earth.
10:45 - 11:30, 12:15 - 13:00, 13:45 - 14:30
Schools (Key Stage 2)
Dino-Scientists
School event (KS2: Y3-4): Become a dinosaur scientist for the day using our incredible galleries.
11:30 - 12:30, 12:30 - 13:30
Schools (Key Stage 4)
Interactive Film: Who do you really think you are?
This interactive film will transport your students back in time to explore the tree of life.
13:00 - 13:50
Adults
Fishing at the Poles
Join us to see some of the fish specimens that were brought back during the last 250 years by many famous expeditions.
14:30
Anyone
Spirit Collection Tours
See hidden treasures such as the giant squid or specimens collected by Charles Darwin.
14:45 - 15:15, 16:15 - 16:45
Anyone
Spirit Collection Tours - Extended
See hidden treasures such as the giant squid or specimens collected by Charles Darwin.
15:15 - 16:05
Anyone
Who do you think you really are? Interactive film
Augmented reality brings extinct creatures to life in the studio in our interactive film about evolution.
15:30 - 16:20
Anyone
Nature Through the Lens
This fascinating 15-minute documentary marks key breathroughs in wildlife film-making over the past 100 years.
16:30 - 16:45
Anyone
David Attenborough: Life on Camera
Find out about Britain's foremost naturalist and broadcaster featuring some of the best loved clips from his TV series.
16:50 - 17:05
Anyone
Wildscapes
Experience what it's like to be an animal on the African Plain, in the ocean, and at the Arctic and Antarctic Poles.
17:10 - 17:25
Saturday 2 June 2012
Anyone
Cocoon
Take a self-guided tour in the futuristic Cocoon and explore our insect and plant specimen collections and latest research
Anyone
Images of Nature
Explore the Museum's natural history artworks in our Images of Nature gallery. Free.
Anyone
Scott's Last Expedition exhibition
Explore the captivating story of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's 1910-1913 Terra Nova expedition to Antarctica.
Anyone
Wild Planet
Enjoy classic shots from Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibitions in a free outdoor display on the Museum's East lawn.
Anyone
Animal Inside Out
Go on an anatomical safari of the natural world and see how animal bodies look and work when the flesh is stripped away.
Anyone
Light up Dippy
Make our famous and much-loved dinosaur in the Central Hall light up and roar.
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.
Anyone
Cherry tree survey
This spring, join our search for cherry trees in streets, parks and gardens across the UK.
Families (under 7s)
Family Explorer Backpacks
Families can explore the galleries together with a passport, binoculars and activity book. First come first served.
Anyone
Who do you think you really are? Interactive film
Augmented reality brings extinct creatures to life in the studio in our interactive film about evolution.
11:00 - 11:50, 15:30 - 16:15
Anyone
Spirit Collection Tours
See hidden treasures such as the giant squid or specimens collected by Charles Darwin.
11:45 - 12:15, 13:15 - 13:45, 15:15 - 15:45, 16:15 - 16:45
Families (7+)
Marvellous Moths
Join us as we reveal some of the most impressive and beautiful moths from our collections.
12:30, 14:30
Anyone
David Attenborough: Life on Camera
Find out about Britain's foremost naturalist and broadcaster featuring some of the best loved clips from his TV series.
13:30 - 13:45, 16:50 - 17:05
Families (7+)
Hands on Nature - Dinosaurs
Is it a dinosaur? Get up close and personal with real specimens to find out.
14:00 - 17:00
Anyone
Nature Through the Lens
This fascinating 15-minute documentary marks key breathroughs in wildlife film-making over the past 100 years.
16:30 - 16:45
Anyone
Wildscapes
Experience what it's like to be an animal on the African Plain, in the ocean, and at the Arctic and Antarctic Poles.
17:10 - 17:25
Sunday 3 June 2012
Anyone
Images of Nature
Explore the Museum's natural history artworks in our Images of Nature gallery. Free.
Anyone
Cocoon
Take a self-guided tour in the futuristic Cocoon and explore our insect and plant specimen collections and latest research
Anyone
Scott's Last Expedition exhibition
Explore the captivating story of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's 1910-1913 Terra Nova expedition to Antarctica.
Anyone
Wild Planet
Enjoy classic shots from Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibitions in a free outdoor display on the Museum's East lawn.
Anyone
Animal Inside Out
Go on an anatomical safari of the natural world and see how animal bodies look and work when the flesh is stripped away.
Anyone
Light up Dippy
Make our famous and much-loved dinosaur in the Central Hall light up and roar.
Anyone
Cherry tree survey
This spring, join our search for cherry trees in streets, parks and gardens across the UK.
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.
Anyone
Spirit Collection Tours
See hidden treasures such as the giant squid or specimens collected by Charles Darwin.
11:45 - 12:15, 13:15 - 13:45, 15:15 - 15:45, 16:15 - 16:45
Families (7+)
Life in the Twilight Zone
Join us as we take a closer look at some of the more bizarre and unusual fishes from the Museum collections.
12:30 - 13:00, 14:30 - 15:00
Anyone
David Attenborough: Life on Camera
Find out about Britain's foremost naturalist and broadcaster featuring some of the best loved clips from his TV series.
13:30 - 13:45, 16:50 - 17:05
Families (7+)
Hands on Nature - Dinosaurs
Is it a dinosaur? Get up close and personal with real specimens to find out.
14:00 - 17:00
Anyone
Who do you think you really are? Interactive film
Augmented reality brings extinct creatures to life in the studio in our interactive film about evolution.
15:30 - 16:15
Anyone
Nature Through the Lens
This fascinating 15-minute documentary marks key breathroughs in wildlife film-making over the past 100 years.
16:30 - 16:45
Anyone
Wildscapes
Experience what it's like to be an animal on the African Plain, in the ocean, and at the Arctic and Antarctic Poles.
17:10 - 17:25