October at the Natural History Museum

October at the Natural History Museum

Wildlife Photographer of the Year -opens this month From an inquisitive orca, to an elusive golden langur. See a snapshot of the planet’s most extraordinary sights at the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. Watch the trailer to see more images. Associate sponsor DONG Energy. Opens 21 October Colour and Vision – final weeks Don’t miss our five-star exhibition that ‘will change how you see forever’ (Evening Standard). Follow the evolutionary history of colour and vision, marvel at a tower of taxidermy and reflect in the glow of a stunning light installation. Lead sponsor LG OLED TV. ★★★★★  Guardian ★★★★★  Time Out ★★★★ Evening Standard Until 6 November Largest blue topaz of its kind goes on display A flawless blue topaz gemstone - the largest of its kind - will be displayed in the Museum's Minerals gallery from 19 October.  Natural History Museum Ice Rink - opening this month London’s favourite ice rink is back. Set within the beautiful surroundings of our iconic Museum, the stunning attraction is celebrating its twelfth year. Come and skate this winter. Associate sponsor Swarovski. Opens 27 October Dino Snores for Kids - Christmas Special Join us for a special sleepover with a festive twist including Christmas carols and live reindeer at our exclusive Dino Snores for Kids - Christmas Special. Makes a great present.  23-24 December Museum collection comes to life Immersive online experiences are allowing Museum collections to be explored anywhere in the world in a partnership between the Museum and Google Arts and Culture. The Dinosaur Season Countdown to Dippy the dinosaur’s departure from the Museum’s Hintze Hall at our season of evening events for adults. Highlights include dinosaur discos, late-night openings and a New Year’s Eve Ball. October-December Members’ Private View Become a Member and join us on 26 October to hear from this year’s winners at the Members’ private view of Wildlife Photographer of the Year. Fossil Explorer App Download our free app and uncover the plant and animal fossils hidden beneath your feet. Fossil Explorer will help you identify common fossils of Britain based on where you find them. Join us for Questival Embark on your own quest through the Museum, collecting questions and searching for their answers in a day of free family activities. 26 October, 11.00-17.00 Pre-order Portfolio 26 Be the first to get your hands on all of this year’s winning and shortlisted entries together in a beautiful hardcover book. Pre-order your copy now.

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