Event Information
Join us for a special tour as we look at the fascinating stories hidden within the architecture of our iconic building.
Various dates and times
Adorned with imposing gargoyles, intricate carvings and high, decorative ceilings, our building does more than just hold our collections, it's a piece of art.
Built in the late 1800s, it’s one of Britain’s most striking examples of Romanesque architecture with every element of its design paying homage to nature.
Look beyond our specimens to the stonework behind and you’ll see a whole menagerie of terracotta animals, including a carved monkey with a human face that bears a striking resemblance to the one and only Charles Darwin.
Join us on this special tour as we delve into the fascinating history of our beautiful building and reveal the secrets it holds. We’ll start our story in the late 1800s, giving you the chance to see digital copies of the original sketches, detailed drawings and plans for the building, before exploring our twenty-first-century additions.
If you want to learn more about this iconic London landmark, then this is the tour for you.
Event dates and times
22 May 11.00–12.00
31 May 15.00–16.00
8 June 14.00–15.00 and 15.30–16.30
9 June 14.00–15.00 and 15.30–16.30
12 June 11.00–12.00 and 14.00–15.00
14 June 14.00–15.00
16 June 11.00–12.00
19 June 10.00–11.00, 13.00–14.00 and 15.00–16.00
21 June 14.00–15.00
23 June 11.00–12.00 and 14.00–15.00
26 June 10.00–11.00, 13.00–14.00 and 15.00–16.00
27 June 11.00–12.00 and 14.00–15.00
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you at the Exhibition Road Entrance to the Museum 15 minutes before the start time of your tour.
Discount Member tickets
Members can purchase discount tickets for this event. Please bring your membership card with you to the event. Not a Member? Join today.
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