Drop into The Wonder Cabinet and meet Zoology Curator, Dr Amy Geraghty, for her talk on the importance of pathology in natural history collections.  

Large, unusual or deformed zoological specimens were previously classified as monsters. The term derives from the Latin to demonstrate or to warn.  The talk will cover the a little of the history of this term and touch on some unusual specimens in the collection. The importance of collecting, maintaining and studying unusual specimens will also be covered. Examples of how Natural History Collections can contribute to the study of diseases and environmental impacts will be given. 

No booking required. This talk is located at The Wonder Cabinet. Places are limited and on a first come, first served basis. Wheelchair accessible. 

For questions about this event please contact marketing@museum.ie   

Opening hours are extended until 8pm on Thursday evenings from the 4th July to 29th August at the NMI - Natural History, Merrion Street, Dublin 2

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