00:00The Horniman Museum in South East London is set to open its new Nature Gallery in February 2027.
00:07The fully refurbished space will feature more than 2,300 objects, including the museum's
00:14famously overstuffed walrus. The gallery will also include artist commissions and a hands-on
00:20zone focused on local wildlife. It explores humanity's relationship with nature alongside
00:25climate change. The opening completes the museum's £12.5 million Nature Plus Love
00:31Transformation project, supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The museum
00:37has also launched a £30,000 crowdfunding appeal, with more than £14,000 raised so far.
