Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
A classic series of collections housed in stunning architecture. Among its most famous features are the Oxfordshire dinosaurs, the dodo, and the swifts in the tower.
The Museum itself is a Grade 1 listed building, renowned for its spectacular neo Gothic architecture and houses the University's scientific collections of zoological, entomological and geological specimens which make for a fascinating exploration.
Teaching and Learning
The Museum provides a comprehensive service for all schools. The education team, made up of fully qualified teachers, have designed a range of fun hands-on sessions, workshops and study days for all key stages. Further details can be found in Schools & teachers.
Don’t forget to visit the Learning Zone, our range of online educational resources designed for Key Stage 2 upwards. In the Learning Zone you will find information about the Museum’s collections on a wide range of topics. There are also games, trails, and art and craft resources.
Learning More provides resources for older students, researchers and life-long learners, including scientific articles on aspects of the collections, online displays, and biographies of our most famous collectors.