The Crystal Gallery at the Hunterian Museum
The Hunterian Museum in London is a great little museum, dedicated to anatomy and pathology. It can be found at the Royal College of Surgeons building, on the south side of Lincoln’s Inn Fields.
The museum’s collections are a fascinating mix of comparative anatomy and pathology specimens, complete skeletons, wax teaching models, and historical surgical and dental instruments; as well as paintings, drawings and sculptures. The museum holds regular public events including lectures, family activities and workshops.
This half term there will be two wonderfully quirky events, suitable for the whole family, taking place at the museum.
Barber Surgeon: leeches, lancets and blood-letting
When: 15th February 2017, 11am – 4.30pm
Where: The Hunterian Museum, Royal College of Surgeons, 35-43 Lincoln’s Inn Fields, London WC2A 3PE
£: Costs £2 per person
What is it?
Meet Rory McCreadie, a barber-surgeon from the 17th century, and his pet leeches. From blood-letting to amputation, Rory reveals the gory secrets of surgery from centuries past. Sessions take place at 11am, 2pm, and 3.30pm, and last for 45 minutes. The event is suitable for ages 6 years and over, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
More info: www.rcseng.ac.uk
Jones the Bones
When: 16th February 2017, 12pm – 4.30pm
Where: The Hunterian Museum, Royal College of Surgeons, 35-43 Lincoln’s Inn Fields, London WC2A 3PE
£: Costs £2 per person
What is it?
Meet eccentric surgeon Jones the Bones and his skeleton, as they take you on a wondrous journey around the human body. Jones the Bones will be able to answer all your questions about the human body, from what happens when you swallow your food, to why we fart. He’ll also supply you with a healthy dose of horrible facts to impress your friends. Sessions take place at 12pm, 2pm, and 3.30pm, and will last approximately one hour. The event is suitable for ages 6 to 12 years, and children must be accompanied by an adult.
More info: www.rcseng.ac.uk