A Story in Stone: exploring the museum’s geological story, 18 October | Event in Oxford | AllEvents

A Story in Stone: exploring the museum’s geological story

IF Oxford science and ideas Festival

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Sat, 18 Oct, 2025 at 06:30 pm

2.5 hours

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

Starting at GBP 5

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Date & Location

Sat, 18 Oct, 2025 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm (GMT+01:00)

Oxford University Museum of Natural History

Parks Road, Oxford, United Kingdom

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About the event

A Story in Stone: exploring the museum’s geological story
Join geologists Philip Powell and Nina Morgan for a colourful and informative tour of the Museum building interior and learn about geology.

About this Event

Discover the hidden geology of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History. The museum’s polished columns were carefully chosen to showcase rocks from around Britain. Join geologists Philip Powell and Nina Morgan for a colourful, informative tour of the building’s interior. You’ll uncover the fascinating stories behind the stones and gain a new perspective on the natural world. Bring your curiosity and see the museum in a whole new light!

Suitable age 14+

Possible sessions: 6.30pm and 8pm.



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Ticket Info

Tickets for A Story in Stone: exploring the museum’s geological story can be booked here.

Ticket type Ticket price
Session 6.30pm (incl £5 Community donation) 5 GBP
Session 6.30pm (incl £10 Standard donation) 10 GBP
Session 6.30pm (incl £20 Supporter donation) 20 GBP
Session 6.30pm (incl £30 Generous donation) 30 GBP
Session 8pm (incl £5 Community donation) 5 GBP
Session 8pm (incl £10 Standard donation) 10 GBP
Session 8pm (incl £20 Supporter donation) 20 GBP
Session 8pm (incl £30 Generous donation) 30 GBP
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Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Parks Road, Oxford, United Kingdom
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A Story in Stone: exploring the museum’s geological story, 18 October | Event in Oxford | AllEvents
A Story in Stone: exploring the museum’s geological story
Sat, 18 Oct, 2025 at 06:30 pm
GBP 5