Friday 10 November 2017

Natural History Museum - ★★★★★ Venom: Killer and cure now open

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Venom: Killer and cure
Now open
★★★★★
            
'We definitely got a kick - or should that be a sting - out of this exhibition' - Londonist
               

Face your fears and discover the world of venom, how it can kill in minutes yet save lives. Encounter the unexpectedly venomous, see a live venomous creature and find out which venom is the most painful of all.

Watch the trailer for a sneak peek at the exhibition.
                     
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Now open
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Gila monster
The monster whose bite is saving lives
Learn how the Gila monster's venom is used for treating type 2 diabetes and how other venoms could be used in life-saving drugs.
Cone snail
Surprisingly venomous creatures
It's not all about snakes and spiders when it comes to venom. Find out about some of the more unexpectedly venomous creatures we know about, such as the cone snail and the slow loris.
Tarantula
Toxic Lates
This month's Lates has a toxic twist, with live poetry created especially for the Venom exhibition, talks on snake bites and themed science stations. It's also your first chance to see Venom after hours. 

Friday 24 November
Venom souvenirs
Venom souvenirs
From homeware to jewellery, these killer gifts are the cure to your winter blues.