Press releases
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6 March 2018Enjoy a one-on-one audience with David Attenborough at the Natural History Museum with Sky’s new virtual reality experience Hold the World
Sky’s new virtual reality experience, Hold the World, is to launch this spring, offering the unique opportunity of a one-on-one audience with the world’s foremost natural history broadcaster, Sir David Attenborough.
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6 March 2018Celebrate spring in a burst of colour as Sensational Butterflies returns to the Natural History Museum for its tenth year
This Easter, escape the city and get up close to nature at the Museum’s tropical butterfly house.
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21 February 2018Ancient DNA reveals impact of the 'Beaker Phenomenon' on prehistoric Europeans
In the largest study of ancient human DNA ever conducted, an international team of scientists has revealed the complex story behind one of the defining periods in European prehistory.
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18 December 2017Clare Matterson appointed Director of Engagement
The Natural History Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Clare Matterson to the position of Director of Engagement.
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6 December 2017Dippy the Diplodocus is on the move
Have you ever spotted a dinosaur in a cathedral, a parliament building or a community centre? Dippy on Tour is kicking off its journey on the Jurassic Coast with a visit to Dorset County Museum.
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16 November 2017Face your fears and uncover Venom, nature’s ultimate weapon
Encounter some of the world’s most venomous creatures and discover their incredible power in this eye-opening exhibition, Venom: Killer and Cure at the Natural History Museum.
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Latest news
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NEWS
White rhino Sudan dies: is all hope lost for this subspecies?
20 March 2018
Mammal expert Richard Sabin explains how a subspecies extinction could affect rhino evolution.
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SCIENCE NEWS
Ancient human DNA recovered from the oldest cemetery in Africa
16 March 2018
Museum archaeologists have helped to uncover clues to the people who lived in North Africa 15,000 years ago.
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NEWS
Sir David Attenborough on bringing wildlife into your living room
12 March 2018
Sir David Attenborough has had a 60-year career in TV - but he's still interested in new ways of delivering nature to your door.
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NEWS
Explore the Museum's collection with Sir David Attenborough
6 March 2018
Virtual reality is providing unprecedented access to the Museum's most precious specimens.