22 June 2019 marked the first ever Windrush Day. It was on this day, in 1948, that HMT Empire Windrush landed at Tilbury Docks, just east of London, bringing with it migrants from the Caribbean and changing British culture and … Continued
Royal Pavilion curator Alexandra Loske takes a look out of her office window, and reflects on the historic changes that have taken place in Brighton’s Church Street. My office is in the Old Court House, a sturdy Victorian building in … Continued
The Royal Pavilion is getting ready for the installation of over 160 hats designed by milliner Stephen Jones. The installation is the culmination of weeks of work behind the scenes to figure out how each individual hat will be mounted … Continued
Our new Archaeology Gallery explores exciting ways of telling history to entrance visitors. A fascinating mix of new technology and ancient finds is set to transform the world of archaeology for thousands of visitors to Brighton Museum. The opening of … 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
One of the highlights of our year has been opening the restored Royal Pavilion Saloon to the public. The restoration work took many years, and the talents of skilled creators outside of our team. The video below by Humphries Weaving … Continued
We’re very sad to say goodbye to Gilding Conservator Norman Stevens who is retiring from the Royal Pavilion after 39 years. Norman has been a hugely important member of staff working on a range of conservation projects through the building … Continued
A new display opens on 17 November 2018 at the Royal Pavilion showcasing Victorian Christmas cards. In this post, Marcus Bagshaw talks about his work behind the scenes and the thrill of being given access to the Royal Pavilion & … Continued
On 3 October, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex came to visit the Royal Pavilion. As one of the most famous newly-wed couples in the world, images of Harry and Meghan at the Pavilion were shared internationally. But what work … 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
Image of the Month, September 2018 A man and boy play with a model aircraft on Devil’s Dyke. Photograph produced by the Brighton & Hove Herald newspaper, 23 September 1937. You can view and download this photograph from our Digital … 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
Paula Wrightson conducts a guided tour of Preston Manor’s pet cemetery. Facebook Live video stream from 7 September 2017.
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
Last Friday, several local artists gathered to capture the Royal Pavilion garden through painting and drawing, inspired by our Visions of the Royal Pavilion Estate display in Brighton Museum. Sadly, it proved to be one of the wettest days of … Continued
Queer Looks will be a new exhibition opening in Summer 2018 displaying outfits, photographs and film which reflect the extraordinary lives of LGBTQ residents. We need you to help us shape this exhibition by bringing clothes to Brighton Museum that tell your stories through sexual or gender identity. Queer Looks at … Continued
Possibly the most dramatic thing a wall can do is fall down – all the more so if the wall abuts a churchyard and its fall exposes ancient graves. Drama may also be found if the wall contains gruesome information … Continued
For this year’s national Volunteers’ Week, Jennifer Milarski-Stermšek writes about how volunteering at Preston Manor inspired her to choose it as the venue for her Pagan wedding ceremony last year. I have always found volunteering to be a rewarding and … Continued
In Brighton Museum this week we are once again unlocking our MuseumLab doors to give you the chance to view rarely seen objects from our collections. Every week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons from 2-5pm visitors can meet curators … Continued
Why am I so interested in moths? Well, I find insects fascinating, beautiful and ingenious; but I also happen to care for the Royal Pavilion & Museums’ collections with the help of a great team of colleagues and volunteers. As … Continued
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