The ancient art of storytelling has often been enhanced by some kind of visual element, from hand shadow characters in front of the fire to the latest blockbuster movie at your local cinema. You can learn more about these and the … Continued
On the occasion of this year’s Harvest Moon (20/21 September) and the Autumn equinox (22 September) we hung this atmospheric landscape painting in Brighton Museum & Art Gallery. Curator Alexandra Loske takes a closer look at the painting and its … Continued
Thanks to all those that came to the February half term creative workshops. We had such a lovely time that I thought I’d share the children’s work. If you came – see if you can spot your artwork below. If … Continued
Come and explore this tactile material and make some masks that you can take home! Event Details: Start: 22nd February 2020 at 10.00am End: 22nd February 2020 at 12.00pm Categories: Events, Families, Workshop Half term, School holidays, We are pleased to have local … Continued
Come to Hove Museum and Art Gallery this half term and take part in some fantastic creative crafting! Event details: Three dates for half term with two sessions each day: 10.00 am – 11.00am and 11.30 am – 12.30pm on: … Continued
Join the Booth team and our partners to discover nature’s grand designs. See miniature homes under the microscope, make a decorative clay nest with the RSPB and discover some of the most fascinating habitats in Sussex! Friday 21 February, 10:30 … Continued
This season at the Booth we have an exciting programme of free pop-up talks on local nature, conservation and what’s going on behind the scenes at the museum. Selected Fridays, 2-2:30pm, free admission Here is our Bite-size talk menu for … Continued
The Mid-Week Draw in Museum Lab continued to be a popular way to spend a Wednesday afternoon last year. As we welcome it back for 2020, take a look at some of the drawings created last year. Click on the … Continued
We had a busy and fun day at Hove Museum recently for our annual Christmas crafting event including a hunt around the museum. A big thank you to all the families who came to get creative with us, making it … Continued
Come and join us for a fun day of creativity at Hove Museum with Making Day: Christmas Crafters. Event Details: Start: 30th November 2019 at 11:00 am End: 30th November 2019 at 4:00 pm Categories: Events, Families, Workshop Ease yourself gently into the … Continued
From animals that escape death by playing dead, to those who push their bodies to the brink, join us to learn more about our world’s most extreme survivors. Handle live insects with incredible camouflage and learn about beetles that bury … Continued
Join us at Hove Museum this Hallowe’en for some spooktacular fun. Event Details: Start: Thursday 31 October 2019 Two sessions: 10am – 12 and 1pm – 3pm Categories: Events, Families, Workshop Have a go at Hallowe’en themed craft Come and take part in a … Continued
Free afternoon talks at the Booth Museum Natural Science themed pop-up talks, closer looks and mini tours led by museum staff, volunteers and local conservationists. Selected Fridays,1.30-2pm, free admission MENU 27 September Rewilding Britain: Garden-by-garden Learn about the Journey of … Continued
Bite Size Hove Museum: Journey into Adventure with Ernest Wimble We have started a range of FREE pop-up talks, led by museum staff and volunteers at Hove Museum. These talks will highlight recent research and new information found by staff … Continued
The creativity continues in the Mid-Week Draw in Museum Lab. Have a look at the gallery of latest drawings that have been produced this summer and see what our artists say about the Draw. Click on the image for the … Continued
Join the Booth Museum to celebrate the nationwide Big Butterfly Count! Discover the wonderful world of butterflies that bring colour to our gardens and countryside each summer. What is the Big Butterfly Count? It is largest survey of butterflies in the … Continued
As many of us mark the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing, curator Alexandra looks at how artist Samuel Palmer’s fascination with the moon can be seen in this painting on display in Brighton Museum. This month it … Continued
In the summer holidays Royal Pavilion & Museums will be running an exciting arts programme for young people aged 13-19 (up to 24 years with additional needs). These workshops will explore the themes of Environment and Extinction. The participants will have the opportunity to explore our … Continued
The Mid-Week Draw returned from its winter break on Wednesday 1 May 2019. Returning regulars have been joined by both new comers and drop-ins, who have all enjoyed the chance to sketch objects from our collections or be influenced by … Continued
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
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