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Moving specimens to the Darwin Centre
Moving zoological specimens from the old Spirit Building to the Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum, London
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In this evocative photograph, a dedicated team of museum scientists carefully transport specimens from the venerable Spirit Building to the state-of-the-art Darwin Centre at the Natural History Museum in London. The Spirit Building, a historic structure that once housed the museum's zoological collections, is now being phased out due to its outdated storage facilities and lack of environmental controls. The move to the Darwin Centre, named after the renowned naturalist Charles Darwin, represents a significant step forward in the preservation and study of the museum's extensive collection of zoological specimens. The Darwin Centre, completed in 2008, boasts advanced climate control systems, improved security, and state-of-the-art research facilities, ensuring that these precious and irreplaceable treasures are protected for future generations. Each specimen, carefully wrapped in protective materials, is handled with the utmost care by the museum scientists. Many of these specimens are preserved in jars filled with a solution known as spirit, which helps to preserve the specimens and prevent decay. The intricate process of moving these jars requires great skill and attention to detail, as any damage could result in the loss of valuable data and historical information. The Natural History Museum, with its vast collection of over 80 million specimens, is a testament to the rich history of scientific discovery and exploration. The move to the Darwin Centre represents a new chapter in the museum's storied history, one that prioritizes the preservation and study of these important specimens in a modern, state-of-the-art facility. This photograph captures the essence of this transition, with its focus on the dedicated team of museum scientists and the meticulous process of moving these precious specimens to their new home.
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