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Explore a range of incredible insect activities for families to explore this summer.
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Our online database contains a selection of the 12 million objects and specimens in our collections. New records are added regularly.
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Our stories live on in the objects we leave behind, objects that have the power to inspire people now and in the future. But without protection these objects and their stories can be lost forever. Although our museums are closed, our work to protect our collections and share their stories must go on.
You can support our work by making a donation today. Thank you.
Our Collections Centre in Granton, Edinburgh provides state-of-the-art conservation laboratories and enhanced storage for the national collections.
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Although our museums are closed, our work to protect our collections and share their stories must go on. You can support our work by making a donation today.
There are lots of ways to explore and learn about our amazing collections online. See Museum at home for a range of films, games and resources.
