August at the Natural History Museum at Tring

Myths and Monsters Step back in time and discover the truth behind unicorns, mermaids and dragons. Get hands-on with replicas of the real creatures that inspired stories of strange beasts. Until 6 September Free  About the exhibition

Coming soon: Science Uncovered Join us for an extraordinary night at the Museum as part of the European Researchers' Night. Grab a drink in our pop-up bar and wander the historic galleries. Enjoy talks with Museum scientists, see some of our rarest specimens or watch a demonstration on how bird skins are prepared for the Museum’s collection. 25 September, 18.00-22.00 Find out more

Summer activities Butterfly Feeders18 and 20 August, 30-minute workshops at 10.15, 10.45, 11.15, 14.30 and 15.00 Tickets £2 Monstrous Models 4 and 25 August, 30-minute workshops at 10.15, 10.45, 11.15, 14.30 and 15.00 Tickets £2 Fossil Folklore6 and 27 August, 30-minute handling workshops at 10.15, 10.45, 11.15, 14.30 and 15.00 Tickets £2 Coral Craft 11 August, 30-minute workshops at 10.15, 10.45, 11.15, 14.30 and 15.00 Tickets £2 Snapping Sharks 13 August, 30-minute workshops at 10.15, 10.45, 11.15, 14.30 and 15.00 Tickets £2 Find out more

Tring 700 Photography Competition  Show off your camera skills and enter photographs of Tring in this competition organised by Tring and District Camera Club. You could see your work displayed in a special exhibition opening at the Museum on 9 October. Entry closes 29 August Find out more

Gifts inspired by Charles Darwin From his voyage on the Beagle to his time at Downe House, find thought-provoking gifts inspired by one of the greatest minds in science, Charles Darwin.  Shop now

What's on at the Museum in London Sensational Butterflies Until 13 September Coral Reefs: Secret Cities of the Sea Until 13 September Book exhibition tickets