Tuesday 3 November 2015

November at the Natural History Museum

Wildlife Photographer of the Year now open
© Don Gutoski
© Don Gutoski
Amateur photographer Don Gutoski has been revealed as Wildlife Photographer of the Year, with his hauntingly beautiful image A tale of two foxes. See the winning image and 99 more at this year's exhibition, open now.

'Brilliant' - Londonist.
Until 10 April 

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Ancient Chinese teeth find a 'game-changer' 
Researchers have dated 47 human teeth found in southern China to at least 20,000 years before modern humans were thought to have been present in the region. Museum expert Professor Chris Stringer says the paper is a 'game-changer in the debate about the spread of modern humans across southern Asia'. 
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BBC Radio 4 The Big Story event at the Museum 

Event organised in partnership between the Natural History Museum and BBC Radio 4

Event organised in partnership between the Natural History Museum and BBC Radio 4 
Join us for a live finale to BBC Radio 4's Natural Histories series, hosted by comedian and impressionist Rory Bremner. With comedy, scientific discussion, musical performances and special guests, the evening will guide you through the surprising story behind 100 million years of life.

27 November, 19.50-21.20 (doors open at 18.30) 


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Fun on the ice 
Experience the Natural History Museum Swarovski Ice Rink, one of London's most spectacular winter attractions, and skate beneath thousands of twinkling fairy lights and a glittering Christmas tree. Soak up the festive atmosphere with hot drinks and scrumptious food in the Café Bar.

Until 3 January
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Wildlife Photographer of the Year souvenirs
Browse our range of high-quality photographic souvenirs from this year's Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, including the best-selling photo-book Portfolio 25, wall prints, homeware, accessories, notebooks and more.

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Our friends at The National Theatre
Bear's hat is gone. He loves his hat. He wants it back.
A joyous new adaptation of Jon Klassen's brilliant, witty book, stuffed with humour, music and surprises.Everyone aged 3-300.
I Want My Hat Back
Until 2 January
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