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The Natural History Museum

The Natural History Museum The Natural History Museum

Mission

The Natural History Museum’s mission is to maintain and develop its collections and use them to promote the discovery, understanding, responsible use and enjoyment of the natural world. Renowned for its unrivalled collections, internationally important research programs, educational and enjoyable exhibitions and high standards of visitor care, the Museum combines its rich history with an emphasis on looking to the future to play a dynamic role in the UK and the world.

Date Opened

Easter Monday, 1881

Activity Summary

The Natural History Museum is a scientific research institution with 300 scientists and one of London's leading visitor attractions with 20 000 m2 of exhibitions which engage visitors on all levels with the wonders of the natural world.

The museum also offers consultancy services in a wide range of areas and, in close partnership with our clients, we develop natural science attractions, exhibitions and visitor destinations. Our consulting services reflect the Museum’s wide range of experience and skills and our Kokoro animatronics remain the most respected in the field.

Our portfolio of travelling exhibitions includes not-to-be-missed 3-dimensional experiences and intriguing popular science displays. Our travelling exhibitions provide accessible scientific knowledge in an engaging interactive environment. Contemporary art/science installations, historical art collections and the world famous Wildlife Photographer of the Year form the basis of our 2-dimensional exhibition portfolio.

Status

Non departmental government body principally funded by the Department of Culture Media and Sport.

Contact Details

The Natural History Museum

Address: Cromwell Road
London SW7 5BD UK
T +44 (0)207 942 5000
F +44 (0)207 942 5686
W www.nhm.ac.uk

Director: Dr Michael Dixon
Title: Museum Director
T +44 (0) 207 942 5000
E A.Cuss@nhm.ac.uk

Contact Officer: Lizzy Cox
Title: Head of Touring Exhibitions
T +44 (0)207 942 5789
F +44 (0)207 942 5686
E l.cox@nhm.ac.uk

Contact Officer: Audrey O'Connell
Title: Head of Planning and Design Consultancy
T +44 (0)207 942 5397
F +44 (0)207 942 5686
E a.oconnell@nhm.ac.uk

Membership category

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