Natural History Museum

Where the story of our planet unfolds in lifelike fossils, giant skeletons, and hands-on discovery

At Quest & Compass, the Natural History Museum becomes a vibrant, interactive journey shaped around your child’s curiosity. A qualified teacher brings the galleries to life — creating moments that feel less like facts and more like discoveries, all at a pace that encourages wonder without overwhelm.

Why it matters

Understanding the natural world helps children form deeper connections — not just with what they see, but with where it came from, and how they might shape its future.

With Quest & Compass, children are encouraged to:

  • Encounter the awe-inspiring scale of Earth’s history up close

  • Experience the thrill of discovery while gaining a new perspective on the world we share

  • Leave inspired and brimming with curiosity, and ready to explore further

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What to Expect

All activities are developmentally pitched, with age-specific learning threads woven through each visit — and the flexibility to follow your child’s interests.

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Ages 5–7:

  • Roar, stomp, and imagine alongside T. rex and friends in the Dinosaurs Gallery

  • Step beneath Hope, the blue whale skeleton in Hintze Hall

  • Touch a real meteorite, or try an earthquake simulator in the Earth galleries

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Ages 8–9:

  • Investigate how different animals have adapted to survive in their environments

  • Explore dazzling gems, meteorites, and minerals in the Earth galleries

  • Take part in discovery trails connecting habitats, food chains, and conservation stories

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Ages 10–12:

  • Trace Earth’s changing climate and geology through interactive displays and timelines

  • Explore growth, extinction, and conservation using real specimens and case studies

  • Take on the role of a scientist: “What choices would you make to protect species for the future?”

What’s Included

• Tailored Museum Journey – key galleries chosen to inspire awe, from dinosaurs to dazzling gems

• Guided Exploration – a qualified teacher explains thought-provoking ideas in fun, age-appropriate ways

• Curiosity Encouraged – children are supported to ask questions and notice details others might miss

• Safe and Supported – fully accompanied throughout for complete peace of mind

• Paediatric First Aid Cover – your child’s safety and wellbeing are supported throughout the experience

Optional Extras

• Museum Highlights Tour (expert led) — explore the must-see specimens like the Stegosaurus and mastodon in a museum expert-led experience

  1. • Spirit Collection Tour (Darwin Centre) — behind the scenes access rarely seen preserved specimens

  2. • Nature Discovery & Evolution Gardens — immersive outdoor spaces featuring plant life, fossils, and “living lab” displays (Urban Nature Project)

  4. All exhibits and optional extras are subject to availability and may incur additional charges

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“It started with dinosaurs — it ended with a new way of seeing the planet”
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