Primary schools - Evolution & inheritance

The galleries that link to this topic are:  

Living Planet, which is full of animals from around the world.  See our polar bear (he’s called Eric), admire the elephant or take a class photo with the Great White Shark.  You can discover animals from the poles to the equator.  

Natural Northumbria, where you can find out all about animals that live in our region.  Listen to local birdsong, marvel at the size of a sperm whale jawbone and explore the different local habitats showcased in each case. 

Fossil Stories, where you can come face to face with a full-sized T. rex!  You can also touch a giant ammonite, use our touchscreens to excavate a fossil or take a challenge using the gallery spinner.  Discover the huge amphibians that lived around Newcastle 300 million years ago, find the giant trees or discover ancient fish from prehistoric seas. 

We have workshops (led by museum staff) and bookable resources (to support you during school-led time in the galleries) for this topic. We also have printable activities that you can use in school-led time.

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School-led visits and workshops are free. 

The only activity in the museum that incurs a cost is visiting the planetarium. 

The price for a planetarium showing starts at £37, with some discounts available. Find more information on the planetarium, including detailed prices, show information and trailers here.

If you would like a workshop as part of your day: Mondays and Thursdays in term-time.

If you don’t want to book a workshop, and want to be self-led in the galleries: We can typically accommodate you on a term-time date of your choice.  Please still book with us so we can organise coat and bag storage, a lunch space, and greeting you on arrival.

To make a booking enquiry, click the link below.