Can a single word define the perfect museum specimen?
In this episode of The 'Perfect' Specimen, hosts Josh and Natalie search the Natural History Museum's vast collection for objects that embody the theme of 'festive'. They explore whether perfection lies in beauty, texture, or even scent.
The Natural History Museum in London houses an immense collection of over 80 million objects, ranging from dinosaur bones and meteorites to a giant squid. In this installment, the hosts use the prompt 'festive' to navigate these archives, evaluating specimens based on criteria such as exuberance, squishiness, or even how noxious they might be.
Beyond the search for the perfect object, the series offers a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes life of the museum, sharing the science and stories held within its massive vaults.
Source: Natalie is not allowed to pick up our most delicate specimen yet | The 'Perfect' Specimen Ep16
