Frequently Asked Questions

Who organizes the Doggerland Lecture and why?
With the Doggerland Lecture, the Natural History Museum Rotterdam and the British Council join forces to host an annual lecture. The lecture combines natural sciences with culture. This lecture highlights the crucial role that scientific research and cultural activity play in helping us understand contemporary society. It also aims to reposition important debates where they belong — in the public domain, among engaged and informed citizens. The audience is encouraged to interact with the speaker and contribute to the discussion.

Why is this website in English?
Well, we organise the Doggerland Lectures together with the British Council, the speaker is British and will speak in English too. So we aim at an (international) audience that understands the English language.

Why was the name Hoboken Lecture not continued and changed to Doggerland Lecture?
The lecture has been renamed, because of the negative connotation with the name Hoboken. Doggerland Lecture is a neutral but very strong name, which confirms the relationship between The Netherlands and Great Britain. For more explanation see also here.

When is the 2026 Doggerland Lecture and who is the speaker?
The lecture is scheduled for 30 September 2026 and the speaker for this edition will soon be announced. 

Where is the Doggerland Lecture?
Reception of our guests, coffee-and-sandwich before the lecture and drinks afterwards are in the Natuurhistorisch Museum Rotterdam, Westzeedijk 345, 3015 AA Rotterdam. We are in that magnificient villa in the Museumpark, next to the Kunsthal. Directions here. The lecture itself is next door in the auditorium of the Kunsthal. 

Do I have to be a rocket scientist to comprehend the Doggerland Lecture? 
No, but you won’t be listening to a live report of a game of darts. We expect engaged, curious and committed citizens in the audience, including students, academics, entrepreneurs, amateurs and professionals.

Is the Doggerland Lecture also for kids? 
No. If you have keen kids at the age of 8 to12, please visit our museum at another day. The Lecture is for 16+.

Do I have to pay for the Doggerland Lecture?
Yes, see the ticket shop for details.

Where can I buy a ticket for the Doggerland Lecture?
The ticketshop will open after the announcement of the speaker.

Can I bring my family or a friend? 
Sure, but they need tickets too.

How do I know that you reserved a seat for me? 
If you managed to buy a ticket online, you have a seat. We guarantee that. To get in, to your seat, print the e-ticket of show it on your smartphone.

Should I come early?
Yes, please, the programme starts at 19:30 sharp.

Any other question? 
Please e-mail us at info@hetnatuurhistorisch.nl. We might even answer your question in Dutch.