Submitted 12th October 2005
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The Natural History Museum's Diverse City Season has begun and is running from the beginning of October through to December. A programme of free events the Diverse City Season has been developed by the Museum's New Audiences Team to help make the Museum more accessible to all people in the community. Some of these events highlight the importance of international collaboration. Scientists from around the world are working together to improve understanding and awareness of treatments for medical conditions such as malaria, schistosomiasis and intestinal worms. Natural History Museum scientists undertaking research in these areas will be sharing their experiences with Museum visitors in the Darwin Centre.
DiamondsFrom power to passion, catwalks to kings, journey into the glamorous world of diamonds and trace their incredible story - from deep within the Earth to the red carpet - in the largest and most spectacular diamond exhibition ever staged.
Ice Rink And Christmas FairEnjoy winter skating at our spectacular new outdoor Ice Rink, in the Museum gardens. Visit our world-famous Museum before or after skating, and also the Christmas Fair. The Café Bar, overlooking the Ice Rink and enchanting Christmas lights is open all day
A Great Year For Barn OwlsThe high volume of seeds and beech mast produced last autumn meant that many rodents, particularly wood mice and bank voles, were plentiful this year. Large brood sizes and earliest laying dates were recorded throughout the country.
Hunt For Britain’S Hidden ElmsMature elm trees have declined dramatically in the past 100 years, from 20 million trees in 1905 to just a few hundred known survivors today. Elms provide a home to a rich variety of wildlife like butterfly, moth, beetle, lichen, moss and fungi.
Giant Centipede Found In The UkA specimen of the world's largest species of centipede is found in Islington. Scolopendra gigantea is a highly venomous centipede native to Central and South America. Is over 23cm long and 2cm wide (without legs). First live specimen of this kind in UK.
Celebrating A Naturally DiverseAfrican drumming, Asian dancing and music from the Caribbean are just some of the free fun events and Diverse City Season begins with Black History Month in October.