Monday 8 May 2017

Natural History Museum - Get closer to the natural world this May at the Museum and beyond


Find butterflies, search for seaweed and photograph wildlife this May
Sensational Butterflies
Enjoy a great family day out in our tropical butterfly house this May. Wander among a kaleidoscope of colourful butterflies from around the world and if you're lucky, you might spot one emerging from its chrysalis.
  
Sensational Butterflies
Until 17 September
Book tickets
Lates
Enjoy the Museum after dark 
Explore the natural world with a cocktail in hand at our monthly late opening.

Identify species in our Wildlife Garden and talk to our scientists at pop-up stations around the Museum.

Friday 26 May, 18.00-22.00
Free entry
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Get involved, wherever you are
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Nine wildlife photography tips for beginners
Want to try your hand at wildlife photography? Whether you're a complete beginner or an enthusiast, our Wildlife Photographer of the Year finalists have the nine top tips that will help you find the perfect shot.

Associate sponsor DONG Energy.
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Big Seaweed Search
Search for seaweed this summer
Help us to monitor the effects of climate change for our Big Seaweed Search during your summer trip to the seaside

Join hundreds of children and adults from around the UK who have helped us since 2009.
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Adults Membership
Membership
Become a Member today to enjoy unlimited free entry to all of our exhibitions.

Skip the queues into the Museum, and get some great discounts in our shops and cafes with Membership.
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Bring wildlife home
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Wildlife Photographer of the Year wall prints
Bring this year's exhibition home with bespoke wall prints starting from just £20. Add colour to your kitchen, lounge or bedroom with our selection of prints.
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