Colchester + Ipswich Museums

Natural History Colchester

 

What?

The Natural History collections held at Colchester focus on Britain and on north-east Essex in particular.

We have collections of preserved insects, birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. We also have collections of plant material, animal bones, fossils, rocks and minerals.

These collections are available to view by visitors by appointment.

 

Where?

The Natural History collections in Colchester are housed in the Museum Resource Centre and the Natural History Museum stores. The curatorial team are based at the Museum Resource Centre.

 

Who?

Jerry Bowdrey - Senior Curator of Natural History (part-time)  

Sophie Stevens - Assistant Curator of Natural History  

Nigel Cuming - Assistant Curator of Natural History (part-time)