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Facts and figures
Oxford University Museum of Natural History was established in 1860 to draw together scientific studies from across the University of Oxford. Today, the award-winning Museum continues to be a place of scientific research, collecting and fieldwork, and plays host to a programme of events, exhibitions and activities for the public and school students of all ages.
Highlights in the collections include the world's first scientifically described dinosaur – Megalosaurus bucklandii – and the world-famous Oxford Dodo, the only soft tissue remains of the extinct dodo.
The Museum is part of the University of Oxford's Gardens, Libraries and Museums and is overseen by the Board of Visitors and supported by Honorary Associates. The Pitt Rivers Museum of anthropology and archaeology adjoins the Museum building, so both places can be enjoyed in a single trip.
News releases
Tentacled ‘Cthulhu’ fossil reconstruction reveals monstrous relative of modern sea cucumbers
Statement regarding collection of Blue Tarantula from Sarawak
Newborn insects trapped in amber show first fossil evidence of how to crack an egg
Jurassic reptiles come Out of the Deep in new display
A new exhibition at the Museum of Natural History: Bacterial World
Primary school pupil’s rare beetle find is snapped up by Museum of Natural History
Who shot the Dodo?
Major fossil study sheds new light on emergence of early animal life 540 million years ago
Contact
Scott Billings, Digital Engagement Manager, communications@oum.ox.ac.uk
Ella McKelvey, Web Content and Communications Officer, communications@oum.ox.ac.uk
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