A Story in Stone: exploring the museum’s geological story

Schedule

Sat Oct 18 2025 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Oxford University Museum of Natural History | Oxford, EN

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Join geologists Philip Powell and Nina Morgan for a colourful and informative tour of the Museum building interior and learn about geology.
About this Event

Discover the hidden geology of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History. The museum’s polished columns were carefully chosen to showcase rocks from around Britain. Join geologists Philip Powell and Nina Morgan for a colourful, informative tour of the building’s interior. You’ll uncover the fascinating stories behind the stones and gain a new perspective on the natural world. Bring your curiosity and see the museum in a whole new light!

Suitable age 14+

Possible sessions: 6.30pm and 8pm.



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Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Parks Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

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