Natural History Museum2 hrs agoPioneering fossil hunter recognised with blue plaqueDorothea Bate discovered the dwarf elephant and the myotragus, an extinct goat-like antelope.2 hrs ago3 hrs agoFemale fossil hunter recognised with blue plaqueThe museum says Bate paved the way for future women in science.3 hrs ago22 Aug 2026Hidden museum gallery to reopen after 83 yearsThe gallery, which has been closed since 1943, will reopen from 16 September.22 Aug 202625 Jul 2026Natural History Museum's new storage facilityBBC Radio Berkshire goes behind the scenes to see the new facility being built in Shinfield.25 Jul 20263 Jul 2026Museum honours one of its first female scientistsIt says the plaque for Dorothea Bate will highlight her fascination with wildlife and nature.3 Jul 202629 Jun 2026First dinosaur bone from Antarctica found in a drawerThe fossil, collected in Antarctica in 1985, is part of the tail of a beast called a Titanosaur. 29 Jun 20267 May 2026'Have a massive blowout': Your birthday wishesYoung people at the Natural History Museum wish Sir David Attenborough a happy 100th birthday.7 May 20266 Mar 2026Cathedral to host giant dinosaur skeleton modelIt will be the first time the colossal beast's model is displayed outside of London.6 Mar 202617 Feb 2026Scientist names ancient crocodile Jones after 'inspirational' teacherA researcher has named a newly-identified species in honour of his "inspirational" former teacher.17 Feb 2026...
