Mid-Week Draw Online: Week 31
The Draw goes off with a bang this week as Beth has chosen a firecracker of a selection to help us ‘Remember Remember the 5th of November’. Will you take a pop at it? Join In If you are … Continued
Half Term Science: Weaving Microscopic Patterns
Diatoms are microscopic algae with wonderfully detailed, symmetrical patterns. They inspired the Victorians to create miniature masterpieces which were shown at social gatherings. Inspired by the microscope slide collections at the Booth Museum of Natural History, contemporary basket-maker Mary Crabb … Continued
Diatoms: Hidden Climate Heroes
In almost every drop of water, from the shallowest puddles to the deepest oceans, you will find tiny life forms known as diatoms. To the naked eye, diatoms are invisible, but it is surprising how even the smallest things can … Continued
Mid-Week Draw Online: Week 30
For this spooktacular Halloween week, Beth has chosen a frightfully good selection to give you a chill. Are you brave enough to draw? Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We … Continued
Half Term Science: DIY Animal Diorama
What do animals on our doorstep need to survive? What do they use for shelter and food? What plants are vital to their survival? In this family craft activity, inspired by the dioramas at the Booth Museum of Natural History, … Continued
Mid-Week Draw Online: Week 29
With the clocks going back for the end of British Summer Time on Sunday, this week’s theme is everything getting darker. Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love … Continued
What Does Climate Change Mean for Sussex?
In our Climate Conservations series the Booth Museum has discussed the climate of Sussex 100 million years ago. Now we invite former climate scientist Dr. Diana Wilkins to discuss what is happening to the climate of Sussex today and how … Continued
Animal, Vegetable or Mineral? Mystery Object 3
It’s time for another round of our Booth Museum Animal, Vegetable or Mineral? quiz. Can you guess what the mystery object is before we reveal the answer? Mystery object of the day Read the clues and scroll down for the … Continued
Mid-Week Draw Online: Week 27
Beth has gone from ‘pillar to post’ to find something for the Draw this week. Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love to see them. Email them to … Continued
The Illustrations of Edward Neale (1833-1904): Booth’s Bird Artist
Delving into the Booth Museum libraries we uncover the beautiful bird drawings of Victorian illustrator, Edward Neale. Neale illustrated Edward Thomas Booth’s published diaries. The main legacy that Edward Booth (1840-1890) left to the town of Brighton was his famous … Continued
A step-by-step guide to drawing a bird
Inspired by the illustrations of Edward Neale from the Booth Museum collections, Amy Charlton, Booth Museum artist and volunteer, gives a step-by-step guide to drawing a bird just like Neale. Instructions Download these as a PDF or follow the steps … Continued
Mid-Week Draw Online: Week 26
Beth has changed her tune to the theme of musical instruments for this week’s Draw. Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love to see them. Email them to … Continued
Mid-Week Draw Online: Week 25
To coincide with the start of the Autumn Equinox on 22 September, Beth has an Autumnal Draw this week and is going bonkers for conkers. Draw Artists We are very pleased to see that some of you have taken part … Continued
Mid-Week Draw Online: Week 24
As part of Heritage Open Days, Beth has chosen the theme of hidden nature for this weeks draw. Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love to see them. … Continued
Mid-Week Draw Online: Week 23
Hopefully it’s still warm enough to take a dip in the sea this week. You might even spot one of these creatures if you keep your eyes peeled… Beth teaches us how lines can create tone and beautiful art with … Continued
Booth Museum Bird of the Month, September 2020: Fulmar Fulmarus glacialis
September highlights a member of the tubenose family. UK conservation status: Amber Fulmars are not gulls; they are part of the tubenose family (which includes albatrosses). The tube on top of their beak is used to discharge excess salt. Salt … Continued
Why keep 100 year old Seaweed?
Plants form part of the immense collections at the Booth Museum of Natural History. Included in these are seaweeds – some of which are over 100 years old. These seaweeds were carefully dried and mounted by the Victorian women who … Continued
Mid-Week Draw Online: Week 21
With the August Bank Holiday fast approaching, Beth has chosen a getting yourself to Brighton theme! Join In If you are tempted to have a go, please share your drawings with us! We would love to see them. Email them … Continued
Mid-Week Draw Online: Week 20
This week Beth is naming the Draw, The Magpie and the Shiny Things! Beth has also captured her drawing in stages to share her process of creating a picture. We’d love to see yours. Join In If you are … Continued
Booth Museum Bird of the Month, August 2020: White stork, Ciconia ciconia
August’s bird of the month is the white stork, which is in keeping with this month’s theme in our Climate Conversations series: Solutions. This year is an exciting one for white storks in Sussex. You may have already seen or … Continued
