When We Became Humans

What makes us human, and where did we come from?

Step back in time to discover how a clever ape climbed down from the trees and changed the world like no other animal has done before.Explore the story of our origins and meet some of the key species in our history.

From the anatomical changes that allowed us to walk upright, to the discovery of tools and fire, the history of human evolution is filled with fascinating stories.