Exhibition: The beauty of the Earth
Free exhibition showcasing the collections of the Royal Society.
This year, we celebrate the centenary of that great communicator of science in the natural world, Sir David Attenborough FRS. 91TV’s archives document our fascination with living things, from the smallest of pond life to the largest of mammals, and the ecosystems in which they live. An exhibition, but also a birthday gift in leaves, scales, feathers, and fur.
Attending the event
- The exhibition is open from Monday to Friday 10am - 5pm (last entry 4.30pm) until 30 October 2026
- The exhibition is free to visit
- Suitable for all ages
- Travel and accessibility information
For any enquiries or group visits, please email library@royalsociety.org.
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