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Architecture tours

Take a free volunteer-led tour to learn about the Museum’s Grade 1-listed building.

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Evolution of a Song Cycle

Professor John Holmes leads a discussion with composer Cheryl Frances-Hoad, poet Kelley Swain and performers for...

Professor John Holmes leads a discussion with composer Cheryl Frances-Hoad, poet Kelley Swain and performers for the evening's world premier performance of Endless Forms Most Beautiful...

Professor John Holmes leads a discussion with composer Cheryl Frances-Hoad, poet Kelley Swain and performers for the evening's world premier performance of Endless Forms Most Beautiful by Carola Darwin

Professor John Holmes leads a discussion with composer Cheryl Frances-Hoad, poet Kelley Swain and performers for the evening's world premier performance of Endless Forms Most Beautiful by Carola Darwin

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Concert: Endless Forms Most Beautiful

Carola Darwin, descendent of Charles Darwin, joins forces with the Gildas String Quartet to perform the world premiere...

Carola Darwin, descendent of Charles Darwin, joins forces with the Gildas String Quartet to perform the world premiere of a musical piece inspired by the Museum's 2016 poets in...

Carola Darwin, descendent of Charles Darwin, joins forces with the Gildas String Quartet to perform the world premiere of a musical piece inspired by the Museum's 2016 poets in residence, and composed by Cheryl...

Carola Darwin, descendent of Charles Darwin, joins forces with the Gildas String Quartet to perform the world premiere of a musical piece inspired by the Museum's 2016 poets in residence, and composed by Cheryl Frances-Hoad

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Blame game or game changer? Spreading the climate change word

You were born into a world where climate is changing rapidly, but it’s not your fault. And even if you wanted...

You were born into a world where climate is changing rapidly, but it’s not your fault. And even if you wanted to do something, how can one person’s action change the course of ...

You were born into a world where climate is changing rapidly, but it’s not your fault. And even if you wanted to do something, how can one person’s action change the course of climate?

You were born into a world where climate is changing rapidly, but it’s not your fault. And even if you wanted to do something, how can one person’s action change the course of climate?

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Science Saturdays

Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection. Ages 8+

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Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, backpacks and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in.

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Spotlight Specimen

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for...

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

Curious cubs

Pick up an activity bag and explore the Museum with some of our furry friends. Drop in. Free. Suitable for under...

Pick up an activity bag and explore the Museum with some of our furry friends. Drop in. Free. Suitable for under 5s.

Pick up an activity bag and explore the Museum with some of our furry friends. Drop in. Free. Suitable for under 5s.

Pick up an activity bag and explore the Museum with some of our furry friends. Drop in. Free. Suitable for under 5s.

Charles Darwin insects in Oxford

Spotlight Specimen

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for...

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

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Jurassic Brain Teasers

Dr Stephan Lautenschlager explains how modern computer technology allows palaeontologists to study the brain anatomy...

Dr Stephan Lautenschlager explains how modern computer technology allows palaeontologists to study the brain anatomy of fossil animals.

Dr Stephan Lautenschlager explains how modern computer technology allows palaeontologists to study the brain anatomy of fossil animals.

Dr Stephan Lautenschlager explains how modern computer technology allows palaeontologists to study the brain anatomy of fossil animals.

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Spotlight Specimen

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for...

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

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Spotlight Specimen

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for...

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

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Rewilding Europe

A chance to meet Director Vincent Parazio and watch his amazing documentary on Rewilding in Europe. Followed by...

A chance to meet Director Vincent Parazio and watch his amazing documentary on Rewilding in Europe. Followed by a panel discussion on the latest research on European rewilding pro...

A chance to meet Director Vincent Parazio and watch his amazing documentary on Rewilding in Europe. Followed by a panel discussion on the latest research on European rewilding projects.

A chance to meet Director Vincent Parazio and watch his amazing documentary on Rewilding in Europe. Followed by a panel discussion on the latest research on European rewilding projects.

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Science Saturdays

Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection. Ages 8+

family friendly sundays photo

Family Friendly Sundays

Family friendly trails, crafts, backpacks and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in.

Ediacaran sea floor, Namibia, Southwest Africa - 548 million years ago

First Animals: Half-term Activities

What did the first animals look like? Join us for crafts and specimen handling to find out more.

Cambrian sea floor, Yunnan Province, China - 518 million years ago.

First Animals: Half-term Activities

What did the first animals look like? Join us for crafts and specimen handling to find out more.

Specimen Standoff

Specimen Standoff

Researchers battle to convince us that their fossils are the best of them all. Vote for your favourites!

Cambrian sea floor, Yunnan Province, China - 518 million years ago.

First Animals Exhibition: Autism Friendly Opening

A relaxed morning opening for families with time to explore the First Animals exhibition.

Ediacaran sea floor, Newfoundland, Canada - 560 million years ago

First Animals: Half-term Activities

What did the first animals look like? Join us for crafts and specimen handling to find out more.

tarantula hands

Spotlight Specimen

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for...

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.

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Lend me your ears, please!

Put Let’s Talk About Climate to the test by presenting your climate message to friends, family, local businesses,...

Put Let’s Talk About Climate to the test by presenting your climate message to friends, family, local businesses, councillors and our MP.

Put Let’s Talk About Climate to the test by presenting your climate message to friends, family, local businesses, councillors and our MP.

Put Let’s Talk About Climate to the test by presenting your climate message to friends, family, local businesses, councillors and our MP.

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Science Saturdays

Meet scientists to investigate real natural history specimens from the collection. Ages 8+

Cambrian sea floor, Yunnan Province, China - 518 million years ago.

Science Short

A short talk on the latest research based on themes in the First Animals exhibition. Suitable for all. Drop in...

A short talk on the latest research based on themes in the First Animals exhibition. Suitable for all. Drop in.

A short talk on the latest research based on themes in the First Animals exhibition. Suitable for all. Drop in.

A short talk on the latest research based on themes in the First Animals exhibition. Suitable for all. Drop in.

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