Bacterial World 19 October 2018 - 28 May 2019 The hidden story of the smallest of lifeforms and their influence on the past, present and future of our planet Exhibition website
7 March to 2 May, 10am-5pm William Smith: The 'Father of English Geology' 250 Years On Celebrating the 250th birthday of geologist William Smith, credited with creating the first geological map of England and Wales
3 May to 6 August Beautiful bacteria Showcasing our Community Art Project with Iffley Academy and artist Georgina Davy. Community case
8 May to 1 July Presenting... Igerna Sollas Recognising the work of Igerna Sollas (1877-1965), a scientist who made 3D reconstructions of fossils. Presenting case
2 July to 3 September Presenting... Birds of Paradise Introducing Paradisaeidae - jewels of the sky. Free, drop in. Presenting case
7 July to 31 December The Unexpected Art of Woodland Management Learn about fire, clay, wood-fire pottery kilns and sustainable woodland management. Free, drop in. Wytham room (with the beehive)
7 August to 30 September Ruskin 200 Young Artists Artworks produced by 5 to 15 year old artists as part of our Ruskin 200 year of activities Community case
7 Mar William Smith: The 'Father of English Geology' 250 Years On Celebrating the 250th birthday of geologist William Smith, credited with creating the first geological map of England and Wales
21 Apr Family Friendly Sundays Family friendly trails, crafts, backpacks and more, all provided by Museum volunteers. Drop in.
22 Apr Spotlight Specimen An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.
23 Apr Spotlight Specimen An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.
24 Apr Spotlight Specimen An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.
25 Apr Spotlight Specimen An informal specimen show-and-tell in the Museum court. Ask questions and chat with Museum experts. Suitable for all. Drop in.
25 Apr Autism Friendly Opening for Teens A relaxed evening opening for ages 11-16 years. Meet scientists and explore the Museum.
Book now 25 Apr Swimming in Treacle - Moving in a Nanoworld How bacteria swim, and how swimming is controlled by a mechanism requiring sensing, signalling, adaptation and memory
26 Apr Architecture tours Take a free volunteer-led tour to learn about the Museum’s Grade 1-listed building.
27 Apr Drawn from the Lawn Join us for an ‘en plein air’ art session using paints to depict the Museum’s architecture outside on the lawn in front of the main entrance. Adult-focused event for people over 16 years old. Free. Drop in. Museum lawn
