Hunterian Museum, London

Hunterian Museum, London

The Hunterian Museum is a medical museum located in London, United Kingdom. It is part of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and houses one of the oldest collections of anatomical, pathological and zoological specimens in the UK.

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The Hunterian Museum, London

History[edit | edit source]

The museum was established by John Hunter, a Scottish surgeon and anatomist, in 1799. Hunter's collection was originally housed in his private residence, but was moved to the Royal College of Surgeons in 1800. The museum was named in his honor.

Collection[edit | edit source]

The Hunterian Museum's collection includes over 3,500 anatomical and pathological preparations, models, instruments, paintings and sculptures. Some of the most notable items in the collection include the Evelyn tables, the oldest anatomical preparations in Europe, and the Irish giant, a skeleton of a man who stood over 7 feet tall.

Exhibitions[edit | edit source]

The museum regularly hosts temporary exhibitions on a variety of medical and scientific topics. Past exhibitions have included "The Anatomy of a Horse", "The Human Body in Art", and "The Science of Surgery".

Education and Research[edit | edit source]

The Hunterian Museum is a major resource for medical education and research. It offers a range of educational programs and resources for students, teachers and researchers, including workshops, lectures, and access to its extensive collections.