Patterns in Nature

Family friendly

A collection of pine cones of all shapes and sizes on a table.
Image credit: Manchester Museum

Patterns in Nature is a free session taking place every Thursday at the Manchester Museum.

Just look around you. From the spots on a cheetah to the spirals of a sunflower, patterns are everywhere in nature.

To find out more about patterns in nature – head to this free session to explore the fossils, shells and plants in the Museum’s collection.

Patterns in Nature
Image: Patterns in Nature

Plan your visit

The University Of Manchester, Oxford Rd
Manchester,
Greater Manchester,
M13 9PL

Enjoy a day of culture and adventure at the newly transformed Manchester Museum!

Mon
Closed
Tue
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed
10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun
10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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