An 8-metre long giant squid, a walrus from Hudson Bay overstuffed by a London taxidermist in the 1880s, the skeleton of a Triceratops, a life-size Blue Whale and a sea cow are just a few of the 70 million items to call this exciting, interactive, life and earth science museum home. Highlights include: Dinosaurs - the ultimate prehistoric exhibition, Creepy-Crawlies - guaranteed to have you scratching in seconds, Human Biology - the must-see exhibition about the evolution of the species, The Power Within – a sensational earthquake experience, and Ecology and Mammals. The Vault - a permanent exhibition of gems and rare meteorites - contains some famous, historic and priceless jewels. Investigate – a hands-on science centre – is especially great for children. Rhythms of Life and the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibitions also demand attention. For those wanting to explore further a visit to The Darwin Centre is recommended. Regular lectures and demonstrations combined with interactive exhibitions aim to bring to life the millions of preserved specimens on show. There is also a tranquil wildlife garden containing native fauna and flora (open beginning April to end October).
Best for:
Dinosaurs, creepy crawlies, bones and beasts, science and species.
Did you know?
The remains and bones of the Thames Whale trapped in the river on 20th January 2006 were donated to the museum following a campaign by The Sun newspaper.
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Interactive, life and earth science museum.
