Take a look inside
Artist's impression of the new Darwin Centre that opens to the public in September 2009
More about the new Darwin Centre'The Darwin Centre will show the public more of our vital research and our internationally important collections. I hope the centre will inspire people to think about the natural environment differently and in turn inspire them to take better care of our planet.'
Dr Michael Dixon - Director
Entry is free!
(there is a charge for temporary exhibitions)
| Monday to Sunday | 10:00 - 17:50 |
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The Museum is open every day except 24-26 December. Last admission is at 17:30.
Natural History Museum at Tring opening times
Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD, UK.
Tel: +44 (0)20 7942 5000
What's on
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Darwin exhibition
This biggest ever Charles Darwin exhibition commemorates his bicentenary in 2009.
14 Nov 2008 - 19 Apr 2009 -
Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2008
Catch the most amazing animal portraits and landscapes submitted.
31 Oct 2008 - 26 Apr 2009 -
A Sting in the Tale
Discover the unsual story of John Lubbock and his tame wasp, and the waps nest in a bowler hat.
15 Jan 2009, 12:30 -
Treasures of the Natural History Museum book - 16/01/2009
Discover more than 200 treasured Museum objects in this stunning new book.
More news
Education
Our Spring term programme for schools is for all ages and abilities, from foundation to A-level.
The Great Debate Get your students debating the theory of evolution in this free activity for schools.
Teachers' resource
Search our online database of galleries, web and video resources for your school visit.
Nature online
OPAL Get inspired by nature in your local area and take part in the new nationwide project OPAL.
What is evolution? SImply, it is genetic change over time. But there is much more to it than that.
How did evolutionary theory develop? The theory of evolution was not accepted straight away when it was first proposed. Find out why
Buy online
Darwin-inspired gifts Get into evolution with Darwin-inspired gifts. From games, mugs, T-shirts, postcards and even binoculars.
Winter offers Find discounts on gifts, books, toys and more.
Stay safe on the road with our green gift of the month, the Swallow bicycle lights, powered by your pedalling.