For almost two years now, the Brighton Museum has housed the UK’s largest collection representing trans lives; The Museum of Transology. The exhibition currently displays diverse artefacts, including everything from prosthetics to train tickets, donated by Brighton’s vibrant trans community. … Continued
Since December 2018 Museum Lab has been host to those showing off their artistic talents, inspired by objects from our collections. The last session ran from December to March 2019 with both drop-ins and regular drawers, one describing it as … Continued
As a Visitor Services Officer at the Royal Pavilion and Museums I hadn’t expected to be given the opportunity to work on such an exciting and significant fashion project. But with the Workforce Development Programme I was given such a … Continued
To celebrate this month’s International Women’s Day on the 8th March young women explored objects in Brighton Museum’s collections and exhibitions, and then discussed their impact on women, society and themselves: “It was empowering and fun and I learnt some facts … Continued
I have been part of two different projects that happened at Brighton Museum, Photography Club (co-lead with Photoworks) and ARTIST ROOMS Gilbert & George exhibition. I used both of these as evidence for my leadership skills for my Gold Arts … Continued
Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of plants and join us for an evening of flower power. Discover the fascinating relationships between plants and their pollinators and learn how flowers have conquered the world! Activities include mini talks, object handling, … Continued
A History of Queer Activism & the Activism of Queer History For Brighton’s first OUTing the Past Festival programme I wanted people to reflect on what makes someone an activist. I chose speakers who made me think, not only about … Continued
Celebrate International Day for Women and Girls in Science at our family friendly discovery day. Get hands-on with activities led by local women in STEM and find out who their unsung heroes are. Meet Mary Anning and discover fossils on our handling … Continued
Join us at the Booth Museum of Natural History on 15 November to mark the 250th anniversary of the extinction of Steller’s Sea Cow. Hear the stories of this incredible animal and discover the menagerie of creatures that live beneath … Continued
This Halloween, come to the Booth Museum of Natural History and enter the mysterious world of creatures that emerge in the dark. At our Halloween Science Special on 27 October, you will be able to discover the science of how … Continued
Ever wondered why a ladybird has spots? Or what fish is the sexiest? Then join us for an Evolution themed evening. The University of Sussex are hosting a fun packed night at the Booth Museum. The evening will include: animal evolution … Continued
Do you fancy an other-worldly experience? Join us for Angel Day on Saturday 10th February 2018 at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery. There will be singing workshops, the Interfaith Choir, live music, poetry, angel-related objects from the collection, art and … Continued
Do You Vote? Their Fight Our Future On the 6 February 1918, eight million women, out of an electorate of twenty one, were given the opportunity to vote. Only women over the age of 30 with educational & property qualifications … Continued
As part of our 1918-2018: 100 years Remembrance Season, and to celebrate the 100 year anniversary of the Representation of the People Act, students from the Foundation Level 5 Costume for Performance and Film, MET, are displaying newly created dress … Continued
The Big Butterfly Count is a nationwide survey aimed at helping to assess the health of our environment. It launched in 2010 and has rapidly become the largest survey of butterflies in the world! Brighton Museum needs your help to assess … Continued
On Wednesday 8 March, people of the world threw their fists in the air for International Women’s Day – a day that has been celebrated since 1909 to commemorate the movement for women’s rights. We couldn’t not have a celebration … Continued
International Women’s Day is a worldwide event which celebrates the achievements of women, while also calling out for gender equality. On Monday the 13th of February a group of young women collaborated with Brighton Museum to explore issues such as … Continued
From the end of July 2016 until early 2017 there will be a display on bears in history, art and popular culture on the North Balcony of Brighton Museum. It is curated by Lee Ismail, Curator of Natural Science at … Continued
It’s May in Brighton and that means the Brighton Fringe Festival, the largest arts festival in England, is back! And once more the Booth is host to a couple of events. Our first event is a talk by our former … Continued
As part of the new series of talks, Pavilion Tales, I decided to find out just exactly what it was that was Inside George’s Breeches. A famously overweight king with the finest kitchens in Europe was sure to have a … Continued
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