London Natural History Museum Reopens Hidden Gallery After 80 Years

On September 16, the Natural History Museum in London will unveil a gallery that has remained closed since 1943. Situated within the Waterhouse building, the previous osteology and mammals gallery will feature the 'Nature and Us' exhibition for a duration of 18 months, showcasing 50 artifacts that delve into the connections between humans and nature. Notable items include a miniature dinosaur from Crystal Palace, the skeleton of Jenny the monk seal, a 1980s Star Wars toy adorned with bryozoans, a hand axe dating back 400,000 years, and a replica jawbone from one of the earliest domesticated dogs in Britain. This reopening is part of the NHM150 initiative, which aims to revamp the museum by 2031. Doug Gurr, the museum director, highlighted the importance of this historic gallery for guests.