Waterhouse Building Collection

Giant Ground Sloth, Natural History Museum
Photograph of a Skeleton of the Giant Ground Sloth (Megatherium Americanum). July 1902. Archive ref: PH/173/244 Date: 1902

Coral Gallery c. 1895
Photograph of coral display cases by Anthony Gepp. The Coral Gallery opened in 1881 in the West Wing of the Waterhouse Building. Date: 1881

Geological Gallery Natural History Museum 1892
Photograph of the Geological Gallery, with American mastodon in the foreground. July 1892. Archive ref: PH/173/243 Date: 1892

1872 plan of the Museum by Alfred Waterhouse
Architectural structure of what is now the Waterhouse Building, ground floor including the Central Hall

Central Hall, the Natural History Museum. 1902
Photograph of Central Hall, looking north. July 1902. Archive ref: PH/173/241 Date: 1902

Fossil Mammal Gallery, Natural History Museum
Photograph of the Fossil Mammal Gallery in 1882. Archive ref: PH/173/58 Date: 1882

East Gallery 1st floor, Natural History Museum
Photograph of the East Gallery, first floor. July1892. Archive ref: PH/173/240 Date: 1892

West corridor, the Natural History Museum 1882
Photograph of the West corridor, with nesting bird display, 1882. Archive ref: PH/173/56 Date: 1882

Central Hall, the Natural History Museum. 1882
Photograph of Central Hall, looking east to fossil mammal gallery in 1882. Archive ref: PH/173/55 Date: 1882

Gazelles in Natural History Museum
Photograph of Gazelles in the Lower Mammal Gallery. 5th July 1892 Archive ref: PH/173/3 Date: 1892

Thomsons Gazelles in Natural History Museum
Photograph of Thomsons Gazelles in the Lower Mammal Gallery. 5th July 1892. Archive ref: PH/173/4 Date: 1892

Osteological Gallery. 5th July 1892
Photograph of the Osteological Gallery. 5th July 1892. Archive ref: PH/173/2 Date: 1892

Central Hall. 25th August 1902
Photograph of the Natural History Musums Central Hall, 25th August 1902. Archive ref: PH/173/647 Date: 1902

Natural History Museum, London. August 1902
Photograph of the exterior of The Natural History Museum, August 1902. Archive ref: PH/173/646 Date: 1902

Mammal Pavilion. 5th July 1892
Photograph of Giraffe and Rhinos in the Mammal Pavilion. 5th July 1892 Archive ref: PH/173/1 Date: 1892

Natural History Museums Central Hall
The Central Hall of the Natural History Museum, London, UK. This is in the Waterhouse Building, which was designed by Alfred Waterhouse and first opened to the public in 1881. Photographed in 1882

Natural History Museum decorative panel C013 / 6754
Natural History Museum decorative panel. Terracotta panel depicting a bird. This panel is from the walls of the Waterhouse Building of the Natural History Museum, London, UK

North hall cafeteria
The cafeteria in the north hall of the Natural History Museum

The colonnades of the Natural History Museum, London

Gargoyle
One of the many gargoyles which adorn the exterior of the Natural History Museum, London. Alfred Waterhouse (1830-1905) designed the museum in the 1860s

Natural History Museum Pond
View from the Pond in the Natural History Museum Wildlife Garden

Detail of terracotta moulding of an octopus in the Waterhous

Detail of terracotta moulding of a dragonfly in the Waterhou
The Waterhouse Buiding at the Natural History Museum, London was designed by Alfred Waterhouse (1830-1905) and first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Exterior view of the Waterhouse Building, detail of spire
The Waterhouse Buiding at the Natural History Museum, London was designed by Alfred Waterhouse (1830-1905) and first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Detail of terracotta moulding of a dodo in the Waterhouse Bu
The Waterhouse Buiding at the Natural History Museum, London was designed by Alfred Waterhouse (1830-1905) and first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Detail of terracotta moulding of a fish in the Waterhouse Bu
The Waterhouse Buiding at the Natural History Museum, London was designed by Alfred Waterhouse (1830-1905) and first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Detail of terracotta mouldings in the Waterhouse Building
The Waterhouse Buiding at the Natural History Museum, London was designed by Alfred Waterhouse (1830-1905) and first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Detail of terracotta moulding of a bat in the Waterhouse Bui
The Waterhouse Buiding at the Natural History Museum, London was designed by Alfred Waterhouse (1830-1905) and first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Detail of terracotta moulding of a snake in the Waterhouse B
The Waterhouse Buiding at the Natural History Museum, London was designed by Alfred Waterhouse (1830-1905) and first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Stonework surrounding the front entrance to the Natural Hist
Close up shot of the detail carved in to the terracotta stonework on the front entrance to the Natural History Musuem. The museum was designed by Alfred Waterhouse

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Step into the magnificent Waterhouse Building and embark on a journey through time at the Natural History Museum. This iconic structure, designed by Alfred Waterhouse in 1872, stands as a testament to architectural brilliance and houses an awe-inspiring collection of natural wonders. As you enter the Geological Gallery, be prepared to encounter remnants of prehistoric giants like the Giant Ground Sloth. Marvel at its immense size and imagine a world where these majestic creatures roamed freely. Continue your exploration in the Coral Gallery, transported back to c. 1895 when coral reefs thrived with vibrant colors and intricate formations. Admire these delicate organisms frozen in time, preserving their beauty for generations to come. The heart of this grand museum lies within Central Hall, which underwent a transformation in 1902. Stand beneath its soaring arches and let yourself be captivated by its sheer magnificence. Here, you will find yourself surrounded by captivating exhibits that showcase our planet's rich biodiversity. Venture further into the Fossil Mammal Gallery where ancient fossils tell stories of long-extinct species that once inhabited our Earth. Witness their remains up close and gain insight into their lives millions of years ago. On the first floor's East Gallery awaits another treasure trove of knowledge about our natural world. Immerse yourself in fascinating displays that shed light on various ecosystems and delve deeper into understanding our interconnectedness with nature. Take a stroll down West Corridor, which has stood since 1882, echoing with whispers from visitors past who marveled at its splendorous architecture while exploring countless wonders within these hallowed halls. No visit would be complete without encountering Gazelles - graceful creatures frozen forever within this museum's walls. Observe Thomsons Gazelles as they gracefully navigate their simulated habitat – an enchanting sight that brings Africa's wildlife closer than ever before. The Waterhouse Building is not just any building; it is an embodiment of our fascination with the natural world.