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- Select and purchase your tickets from our secure online shop.
- Use the link we send you in our confirmation email to view your e-tickets.
- Print out your e-tickets and present them at the Museum along with the payment card you used to purchase them.
You must present your e-ticket and payment card to gain entry to the event.
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Temporary exhibitions
Veolia Environnement Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Special exhibition
22 October 2010 - 11 March 2011
10.00 - 17.50, Monday to Sunday
Enjoy over 100 winning and commended images by leading photographers from around the world at London's must-see prestigious annual exhibition of wildlife photography.
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The Deep Sea
Special exhibition
Until 5 September 2010
10.00 - 17.50, Monday to Sunday
Plunge 11,000 metres down into the abyss. Discover extraordinary creatures and biodiversity, the history of deep sea exploration and technology and learn how our scientists are helping preserve this important ecosystem. The exhibition combines deep sea science, astonishing imagery, specimens and interactive installations.
Exhibition e-ticket holders can use our fast-track queue into the Museum at the Cromwell Road entrance. Simply show your e-ticket when you arrive.
Butterfly Explorers
Special exhibition
Until 26 September 2010
10.00 - 17.50, Monday to Sunday
Last admission 17.15
Pick up your passport and embark on an expedition through different habitats and continents. Discover the spectacular butterflies that live there, learn about threatened species, take part in activities and play in the playground.
Exhibition e-ticket holders can use our fast-track queue into the Museum at the Cromwell Road entrance. Simply show your e-ticket when you arrive.
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Dino Snores
In association with Sony PlayStation
4 September, 15 October, 13 November and 11 December 2010
Begins 19.00, ends 9.50 the following day
Do you want the thrill of stalking the corridors as deepest night descends and shrouds the huge hulking form of Tyrannosaurus rex in shadows?
Suitable for children aged 8-11 years old. Minimum of 5 children and 1 adult in your group.
After Hours HMS Challenger talk with Tony Rice
Talk, Summer After Hours event
27 August 2010
19:00 - 19:50
Attenborough Studio
Join us for a special talk by marine biologist and Challenger expert Tony Rice at August's After Hours.
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Ticket enquiries
For further information or if you have a problem while trying to book an event, please email us or call our ticket enquiries on +44 (0)20 7942 5725.
Tickets are delivered in electronic format only. No paper tickets are delivered by post.
You can book tickets up to 1 day before the day you want to visit.
Museum Members can visit exhibitions at any time without purchasing a ticket and are allocated 10 guest passes for non-member family and friends per year.
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