Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences
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This is a tremendous and awesome museum about Geology and Fossils and is one of the Fossil and Geology Museums in the UK due to its array of fascinating objects and informative displays which you keep you enthralled and captivated. The museum is very nice old building which adds to its charm and character and it is also housed on one floor charters the Geological History of the Earth from the beginning to the modern day and when seeing the displays it is best to work from the far end of the museum where the displays of the Earth in its infancy are through to the modern day which is near the shop to make the most of your visit and enjoy it. At the far end of the museum in the Whewell Gallery where you can learn about rocks and gemstones and also learn about the scientific processes behind them and their scientific structures and how they give off the colours when lights travels, which is very enthralling and riveting stuff to learn about and there is absolute treasure trove of gemstones and rocks which are absolutely outstanding and you are in awe of the fact of how they have been formed by natural processes over millions of years. As you make your way out of Whewell Gallery you can see some stunning displays about the Rock Cycle and learn about the different types of rock such as Sedimentary, Metamorphic and Igneous Rocks and how they formed and see some amazing examples of these in the displays cabinets. There are some wonderful displays about the structure of the earth and also how earthquakes and volcanoes are formed and the different plate margins and how they are responsible for earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. The other amazing displays include periods of Geological history such as The Cambrian and Devonian Periods and you can see some amazing fossilised fish and ammonite fossils in the displays cabinets, which appear very intriguing and have amazing detail on them along with being in brilliant condition. There are great displays about the Ichthyosaur and you can see fossils of an Ichthyosaur in the display cabinets which are great and learn about the first very Crocodiles that walked the planet and see some great fossils of them. Near to the area of the shop there are more brilliant displays of fossils and a cast of a Skull of Tyranosaurus Rex and there is a display of a Dinosaur skeleton which is awesome and awe inspiring to see. Other skeletons displays are of a Hippopotamus and a Deer and there is a fascinating display about Darwin and his exploits into the world of Geology, the discoveries he made and the legacy, which is very enlightening and interesting to learn about. The staff are very welcoming and friendly upon entry providing you with a map to guide with what to see, which makes you feel very welcome and enjoy your visit. There is a small shop selling a lovely of gifts and souvenirs at very reasonable prices. Overall this is a tremendous and terrific place to visit which makes for a throughly enlightening, interesting and enjoyable day out. Definitely a museum well worth a visit whilst in Cambridge.
Daniel WillinghamDaniel Willingham
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I was glad for the signs to let us know where to go. You go through an archway to get onto the college campus. The Archaeology and Anthropology Museum is on the right and Segwick Museum of Earth is on the left. You will find the entrance in the far left corner as you will see a pair of bears on the left steps and a pair of bison on the right steps. If you want to see fossils and bones, this will be your stop. Plan a bit of time as there is sooo much to see in these collections. It is free to the museum since it is part of the college. There are maps available for you to see the location you may have been interested in.They suggest starting at the beginning. You can then wind your way through history toward the Charles Darwin exhibit which is the end point. They have plenty of areas for kids to hang out and draw or solve puzzles. There are also lifts in some areas to help those in wheelchairs to get to the displays that have small stairs. Stop by the small shop to get some knick knacks and fossils for sale.
Daniel GroveDaniel Grove
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Brilliant museum if you are a keen geologist or interested in dinosaurs and the people who uncovered them. Loved that the facts are displayed for all ages to understand and there are plenty of interactive media or art to do whilst visiting for children. Interesting timeline on Darwin located here as well. Only issue was the lack of disabled or buggy friendly access to enter and throughout there were stairs where there could have been a ramp. Can't really complain though as it is free to enter and you could easily spend hours with the right person absorbing information. I will be going back without the kids to fully take everything in. Not got a 5 star rating because of the accessibility but everything else was brilliant. I also loved that you weren't followed around by curators telling you not to touch stuff every 5 minutes.
Benjamin PowellBenjamin Powell
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Great Museum for Kids and Families! The Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences is a fantastic place to visit with children and family. The museum is free to enter, which makes it an accessible option for everyone. One of the highlights is definitely the collection related to Charles Darwin—it's a fascinating glimpse into history. The museum is housed in a historical building, adding to its charm. However, I’m not certain about the wheelchair accessibility, so it might be worth checking in advance if needed. There are also toilet facilities available, which is always a plus for families with young children. Overall, a wonderful educational experience in the heart of Cambridge!
Tidarat LafontaineTidarat Lafontaine
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This museum is really for geology enthusiasts and I suspect geology and paleontology students. There is clearly some modernisation taking place, but the majority of showcases are of classic old fashioned style, which are too high for young children, although footstools are provided. Worksheets are available for children to complete or colour in. There are simply hundreds of specimens of fossils, shells and rocks to see and some big skeletons. The staff were friendly and helpful. I personally enjoyed reading about the scientists and explorers of the past who were just so curious about the world they lived in and which we now benefit from by visiting these museums.
Claire HillClaire Hill
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An ocean of information packed in this small Sedgwick Museum. This museum has an impressive selection of dinosaurs, fossils, bones, rocks and gemstones as well as a lot related to history such as Charles Darwin letters. If ur dinosaur love n living or visiting Cambridge then this place must to visit even if you only have one day in Cambridge. Staff is very friendly and helpful. They always there if u need any kinda help. Building is not too big either so you can get round it without feeling like you've missed anything. It’s free entry so highly recommend to visit by alone, with friends or with the family coz plenty of interesting things for kids too.
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University Of, Downing Pl, Cambridge CB2 3EQ, United Kingdom
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The Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences, is the geology museum of the University of Cambridge. It is part of the Department of Earth Sciences and is located on the university's Downing Site in Downing Street, central Cambridge, England.
attractions: Grand Arcade, The Grafton, The Fitzwilliam Museum, Parker's Piece, Jesus Green, Cambridge Market Square, Lets Go Punting Cambridge, University of Cambridge, Midsummer Common, Lion Yard, restaurants: The Regal - JD Wetherspoon, Revolution Cambridge, Las Iguanas - Cambridge, The Tiffin Truck, Eagle, Pizza Pilgrims Cambridge, Browns Cambridge, Bill's Cambridge Restaurant, Yori, Franco Manca

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