Event Archive

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The Zoology Museum will be open throughout the Nuart Festival, including special openings on Saturday 25 April and Sunday 26 April. See the new mural in the Garden and visit the Zoology Museum.

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Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

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Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

This event was fully booked

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

This event was fully booked

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

This event was fully booked

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Looking for things to do during the school holidays? Come along to the University of Aberdeen's Zoology Museum and Library Gallery.

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Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Celebrate the Year of the Horse at the Zoology Museum as part of the Spring Family Festival

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Come along to the University Collections stand on Discovery Day and make your own Aberdeen Artworlds badge.

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

The Thomas Reid Collecting Prize 2026 is now open for applications! Closing date: Friday 20th February, 2026.

We are delighted to welcome Professor Angela Wright for the final event as part of the Fear and Fascination Gothic Exhibition programme. This talk is a collaboration with the Centre for the Novel and University Collections.

Frankenstein - Science Fiction or Science Fact?! Writer and Science Communicator, Dr Kathryn Harkup explores the science behind Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.

A student-led tour focussing on creatures featured in the 'Fear And Fascination' exhibition. Come and find out some zoological facts behind the fear and fascination of spider, bats, beetles and more!

A workshop exploring the art collection of John Gray, once considered the model for Oscar Wilde's Dorian Gray.

University Collections invite you along to the Library Gallery for stories and creative activities during BeWell and Inclusion Week. You will find us on the ground floor of the Sir Duncan Rice Library each lunchtime. Join us for some Gothic treats and a few tricks!

A student-led tour focussing on creatures featured in the 'Fear And Fascination' exhibition. Come and find out some zoological facts behind the fear and fascination of spider, bats, beetles and more!

A student-led tour focussing on creatures featured in the 'Fear And Fascination' exhibition. Come and find out some zoological facts behind the fear and fascination of spider, bats, beetles and more!

A great place to visit with family and friends.

We're inviting visitors to the Sir Duncan Rice Library to add their drawings of monsters to our Fear & Fascination Gothic backdrop throughout the October holidays.

Ever wondered why some of the earliest maps and atlases feature fantastical sea creatures?

Add to a collaborative map of the sea by drawing islands, ships and whatever else you can imagine. Part of the Festival of the Sea!

The University is delighted to welcome author and radio presenter Sophie Coulombeau in this talk showcasing some of the research from her recent publication 'Reading with the Burneys' which is closely linked to Aberdeen.

Step into a world of Gothic terror in the latest exhibition from University Collections.

Are we currently in a mass-extinction event? If so, what's causing it? Join one of our special tours of the Zoology Museum to find out more.

Are we currently in a mass-extinction event? If so, what's causing it? Join one of our special tours of the Zoology Museum to find out more.

Looking for somewhere to visit during the school holidays? Come along to the University of Aberdeen's Zoology Museum!

Come along and make your own fantasy map at this workshop in the Sir Duncan Rice Library!

A talk for all those curious about the Jacobites! Professor Leith Davis reveals 'The Lyon in Mourning'. Supported by Friends of Aberdeen Library.

Visit the University Collections stand on Discovery Day and have a go at making your own seal and trying some Latin calligraphy from the Foundation Papal Bull.

This event is open to students from across the University who are interested in sustainability and exploring a range of games on topics of climate and energy.

University Collections is delighted to be joining in with the Confucius Institute's Spring Family Festival to Celebrate the Lunar New Year on Sunday 2 February!

A warm welcome to all current and NEW students from the team at University Collections! We have a fantastic activity for you ...

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

A not to be missed Special Event for Book Week Scotland, supported by the Scottish Book Trust.

Don't miss a unique opportunity to hear James Beattie's cello played at a concert in King's College Chapel on Saint Cecilia's Day, 22nd November.

Curator, Sam Revell, takes you on a tour of the new exhibition in the Sir Duncan Rice Library Gallery as part of Book Week Scotland.

£500 TO GROW YOUR COLLECTION. The Thomas Reid Collecting Prize 2025 will be open for applications from Wednesday 20th November.

We are going to the Ends of the Earth for Book Week Scotland.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

We are delighted to be launching our Book Week Scotland programme with special guest, bestselling fantasy author, L.R. Lam. Not to be missed!

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Visit the Gallery in the Sir Duncan Rice Library from 11th November to see the new exhibition from the University Collections.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

A second chance to see this touring display delivered in partnership with Aberdeen City Libraries and the British Library. Part of Book Week Scotland.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Join us for this conversation event in which Dr Helen Pierce (Art History) and Dr Mary Pryor (Centre for Academic Development) will discuss Darly's career, her successes and her missteps, as a pioneering figure in the development of British caricature as a serious art form.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

We are delighted to welcome master printer Michael Waight to the Sir Duncan Rice Library Gallery on Saturday 5th October for a unique look at some of the prints he made in partnership with the renowned British illustrator, Ralph Steadman. NOT TO BE MISSED!

A bite-sized (15 minute) tour of the exhibition 'Striking Impressions'.

A bite-sized (15 minute) tour of the exhibition 'Striking Impressions'.

We are delighted to welcome Khrystyna Baziuk as part of the Friends of Aberdeen University Library Research Awards which are designed to support research based on and making particular use of materials held in the University's Library, Museum, or Special Collections. Khrystyna arrived in Aberdeen from Ukraine earlier this month...

A fun and relaxing doodling session as part of this year's WayWORD Festival.

Explore two of the University Collections venues - the Library Gallery and the Zoology Museum - and see how many Lego faces you can find as you go!

The doors to the Zoology Museum will be open to visitors on Saturday 7 September. Come and see the amazing displays of creatures. We'll have activity sheets and our popular Lego Trail for visitors to enjoy.

The doors to the Sir Duncan Rice Library will be open to visitors on Saturday 7 September.

Step into a world where danger and healing intertwine. From ancient remedies to modern medicine, explore how dosage can transform poisons into cures in this student-curated exhibition.

A great place to visit with family and friends.

Relax and enjoy some mindful moments as you investigate and draw selected specimens and artefacts from the University collections. You don't have to be an artist; these sociable sessions are more about having a go and enjoying seeing some of our collections close-up.

An afternoon event exploring networks and connections in the early modern north east of Scotland, and how we make connections from today with the experiences of the past. All very warmly welcome to attend all or part of the event!

A unique opportunity to hear Dr Jessica Goodheart, Assistant Curator of Malacology and Assistant Professor at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City speak about her research. This seminar is open to members of the public.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Join us on Thurs 25 April 2024 at 12:30 PM at the University of Aberdeen, Sir Duncan Rice Library, for a fun and relaxing doodling session.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Looking for somewhere to visit during the holidays? Come along to the Zoology Museum!

Join us on Thurs Mar 28 2024 at 12:30 PM at the University of Aberdeen Zoology Museum for a fun and relaxing doodling session.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Speaker: Dr Andrew Newby, University of Jyväskylä Finland

Are we currently in a mass-extinction event? If so, what's causing it? Join one of our special tours of the Zoology Museum as part of Climate Week North East 2024.

A conversation with Dr Mary Pryor and Dr Helen Pierce

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by the Art History Society - Wednesdays 13.00-13.30.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Join Louise Henrard and Jakub Ivanecky (PATH/Grampian Regional Equality Council/Four Pillars) for a discussion about this community-led heritage project.

Relax and enjoy some mindful moments as you investigate and draw selected specimens and artefacts from the University collections. You don't have to be an artist; these sociable sessions are more about having a go and enjoying seeing some of our collections close-up.

Join Sam Revell (Assistant Curator) from the Museums & Special Collections for a walking tour of the new exhibition in the Library Gallery. Sam will be chatting about some of the themes and highlighting some of the exhibits. All welcome!

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Come along to the Zoology Museum on Valentine's Day for a special tour!

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

On display in the Library Gallery until 27 October, 2024.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Brought to you by the Marine Society and the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.