Bacterial World 19 October 2018 - 28 May 2019 The hidden story of the smallest of lifeforms and their influence on the past, present and future of our planet Exhibition website
2 July to 28 October Community Case: Natural History Investigators See objects that inspired young people to explore their interest in the natural world
25 July 2018 to 8 January 2019 Bats: The Mystery Beings Wytham Woods' studies of UK bat populations offer a unique insight into our often misunderstood 'night dwellers'. Suitable for all. Free.
3 September 2018 to 1 January 2019 Shout Out for Women in Science Highlighting some of the notable women throughout history who shaped science, find these pop up displays next to specimens around the museum. Suitable for all. Free.
6 September to 1 November 2018 Presenting... Marvellous Mantodea An insight into the diverse and interesting world of praying mantis, including original illustrations by John Obadiah Westwood. Suitable for all. Free.
2 November 2018 to 8 January 2019 Presenting... Opal A display of precious and common opal with insights into how this mineraloid forms. Suitable for all. Free.
5 to 12 December 2018 Beyond Boundaries Art Exhibition Art created for the Beyond Boundaries art competition, breaking down boundaries between art, science and people. Suitable for all. Free.
2 May Community Case: Natural History Investigators See objects that inspired young people to explore their interest in the natural world
25 Jul Bats: The Mystery Beings Wytham Woods' studies of UK bat populations offer a unique insight into our often misunderstood 'night dwellers'. Suitable for all. Free.
3 Sep Shout Out for Women in Science Highlighting some of the notable women throughout history who shaped science, find these pop up displays next to specimens around the museum. Suitable for all. Free.
6 Sep Presenting... Marvellous Mantodea An insight into the diverse and interesting world of praying mantis, including original illustrations by John Obadiah Westwood. Suitable for all. Free.
7 Sep Architecture tours Take a free volunteer-led tour to learn about the Museum’s Grade 1-listed building.
Find out more 11 Sep Café Scientifique Meet prominent researchers from a variety of sciences to discuss their work.
22 Oct Operation Earth: Pole to Pole Explore creatures from the planet's top and bottom with crafts and specimen handling. Operation Earth Family Show on Monday 22nd Oct 2pm & 3pm Suitable for all. Drop in.
23 Oct Operation Earth: Pole to Pole Explore creatures from the planet's top and bottom with crafts and specimen handling. Operation Earth Family Show on Monday 22nd Oct 2pm & 3pm Suitable for all. Drop in.
24 Oct Operation Earth: Pole to Pole Explore creatures from the planet's top and bottom with crafts and specimen handling. Operation Earth Family Show on Monday 22nd Oct 2pm & 3pm Suitable for all. Drop in.
25 Oct Operation Earth: Live Science Shows Prepare to be amazed by our spectacular family science show all about planet Earth. Ages 6+
26 Oct Stand-Up for Bacteria Philosopher comedians offer their deepest, funniest thoughts on disease, microbes and the thing that could make up two pounds of your body weight... bacteria!Suitable for adults and young people. Ticket price: £7 / £5 students
27 Oct Operation Earth: Live Science Shows Prepare to be amazed by our spectacular family science show all about planet Earth. Ages 6+
