The Power of Poison

Intoxicating, secretive and dangerous, tales of poison have fuelled our most sinister stories throughout history. This exhibition, which is adapted from The American Museum of Natural History's New York original, reveals the strange things that happen when toxic substances claim a victim. Discover how poisonous substances developed as defence against predators and how they've fuelled fictional evil plots and real-life treachery ever since. Immersive sections will allow visitors to uncover the mysteries of history's most mysterious poisoning cases, explore the noxious world of fairytales and even use clues to solve curious crimes.