
D is for DNA - We go Way Back @ The Crick
Wed 21 Oct · 18:30
The Francis Crick Institute
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The Francis Crick Institute in London opens its We Go Way Back exhibition for a late night session on 21 October 2026. The immersive exhibition explores DNA research, hidden ancestry and the deep connections that link people across time and cultures.
**Join us at the Crick for ‘We Go Way Back’ - exploring DNA on their late night opening.** ### Unlock the secrets hidden in our DNA and discover the extraordinary story of humanity. This immersive new exhibition takes you on a journey through time. Explore how revolutionary ancient DNA research reveals hidden ancestry, vast migrations and the diseases that shaped us. Find out how science is uncovering the deep connections that link us all – across centuries, continents and cultures. **Read more [here](https://www.crick.ac.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/we-go-way-back)** **MEET DETAILS:** **FROM 6.15pm:** Address: **The Francis Crick Institute** 1 Midland Road London NW1 1AT Look out for the LoMAZ host who will be wearing a LoMAZ badge and be carrying a museum stool just outside/ inside the min entrance (tbc in event chatgroup in WhatsApp) **6.30pm: ENTER THE MUSEUM together for short intro tour by the curation team 15/20 mins. followed by mooching around the exhibition.** **8pm: PUB SOCIAL (optional)** We'll head to a local pub for a social over drinks. Details in the WhatsApp group for those attending. **TICKETS:** **Free event. No registration needed.** **GETTING THERE:** ***North of the British Library - [here](https://www.crick.ac.uk/about-us/visit-us)*** **EVENT WHATSAPP GROUP:** Please join the event WhatsApp group to help you find the group on the day. The link will be posted in the Event Comments 48 hours before the event, for those on the confirmed going list. *NB* *Joining this WhatsApp group will make your phone number visible to other members in the group.* **PLEASE READ:** LoMAZ events are run by volunteers. This event has an attendee limit as we prefer a smaller, friendlier group. If you RSVP but can no longer attend, please change your RSVP as soon as possible, otherwise you will be marked as a 'no show'. Please see the **[About Us section](https://www.meetup.com/london-museums-a-z-for-30s-40s/)** for more information about the group and how it works. **Than
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D is for DNA - We go Way Back @ The Crick takes place on Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 18:30.
D is for DNA - We go Way Back @ The Crick is held at The Francis Crick Institute in London (The Francis Crick Institute, 1 Midland Road, London, NW1 1AT, London).
The forecast for D is for DNA - We go Way Back @ The Crick is Clear · 13°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Francis Crick Institute can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for D is for DNA - We go Way Back @ The Crick can be booked via meetup.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Francis Crick Institute in London opens its We Go Way Back exhibition for a late night session on 21 October 2026. The immersive exhibition explores DNA research, hidden ancestry and the deep connections that link people across time and cultures.
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**Join us at the Crick for ‘We Go Way Back’ - exploring DNA on their late night opening.** ### Unlock the secrets hidden in our DNA and discover the extraordinary story of humanity. This immersive new exhibition takes you on a journey through time. Explore how revolutionary ancient DNA research reveals hidden ancestry, vast migrations and the diseases that shaped us. Find out how science is uncovering the deep connections that link us all – across centuries, continents and cultures. **Read more [here](https://www.crick.ac.uk/whats-on/exhibitions/we-go-way-back)** **MEET DETAILS:** **FROM 6.15pm:** Address: **The Francis Crick Institute** 1 Midland Road London NW1 1AT Look out for the LoMAZ host who will be wearing a LoMAZ badge and be carrying a museum stool just outside/ inside the min entrance (tbc in event chatgroup in WhatsApp) **6.30pm: ENTER THE MUSEUM together for short intro tour by the curation team 15/20 mins. followed by mooching around the exhibition.** **8pm: PUB SOCIAL (optional)** We'll head to a local pub for a social over drinks. Details in the WhatsApp group for those attending. **TICKETS:** **Free event. No registration needed.** **GETTING THERE:** ***North of the British Library - [here](https://www.crick.ac.uk/about-us/visit-us)*** **EVENT WHATSAPP GROUP:** Please join the event WhatsApp group to help you find the group on the day. The link will be posted in the Event Comments 48 hours before the event, for those on the confirmed going list. *NB* *Joining this WhatsApp group will make your phone number visible to other members in the group.* **PLEASE READ:** LoMAZ events are run by volunteers. This event has an attendee limit as we prefer a smaller, friendlier group. If you RSVP but can no longer attend, please change your RSVP as soon as possible, otherwise you will be marked as a 'no show'. Please see the **[About Us section](https://www.meetup.com/london-museums-a-z-for-30s-40s/)** for more information about the group and how it works. **Than
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When is D is for DNA - We go Way Back @ The Crick?
D is for DNA - We go Way Back @ The Crick takes place on Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 18:30.
Where is D is for DNA - We go Way Back @ The Crick taking place?
D is for DNA - We go Way Back @ The Crick is held at The Francis Crick Institute in London (The Francis Crick Institute, 1 Midland Road, London, NW1 1AT, London).
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The forecast for D is for DNA - We go Way Back @ The Crick is Clear · 13°C.
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