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Science Museum Blog News and insights from the Science Museum in London.
- Happy Birthday Henrietta Lacksby Harriet Jackson on August 1, 2022 at 12:58 pm
1 August 2022 marks 102 years since Henrietta Lacks was born. Assistant Curator Harriet Jackson takes a closer look at her profound impact on modern medicine and reflects on the importance of informed consent and who benefits from scientific research. The post Happy Birthday Henrietta Lacks appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- The Science of Wormholesby Roger Highfield on July 27, 2022 at 7:00 am
To mark the 25th anniversary of Stargate SG-1, Science Director Roger Highfield talks to physicist Alexey Milekhin and Stargate advisor, Mika McKinnon. The post The Science of Wormholes appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- Create the Trophy Competitionby Guest authors on July 22, 2022 at 2:15 pm
Architect, artist & multi-disciplinary creative Rebeca Ramos reflects on the Create the Trophy competition for The Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering and how it is inspiring the next generation of creative innovators. The post Create the Trophy Competition appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- Honouring Kadambini Gangulyby Guest authors on July 18, 2022 at 7:45 am
18 July 2022 marks the 161st birthday of Kadambini Ganguly, one of India’s first two female university graduates and the first Indian woman to practice Western Medicine. In this blog, Assistant Curator Laura Büllesbach explores her remarkable life, the barriers she broke, and the doors she opened for others. The post Honouring Kadambini Ganguly appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- Arthur Clarke Award Shortlist Announcedby Guest authors on July 8, 2022 at 10:56 am
Ahead of the opening of Science Fiction: Voyage to the Edge of Imagination, discover the brilliant science fiction books shortlist for the Arthur Clarke Award. The post Arthur Clarke Award Shortlist Announced appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- The Science of the Multiverseby Roger Highfield on July 7, 2022 at 9:09 am
Roger Highfield, Science Director, discusses the extraordinary idea that our universe is but a speck in a vast sea of universes with the Astronomer Royal, Lord Martin Rees. The post The Science of the Multiverse appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- Injecting Hope – Volunteer Call outby Science Museum on June 30, 2022 at 2:47 pm
Share your vaccine trial story and be part of an exhibition The post Injecting Hope – Volunteer Call out appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- Celebrating Verena Holmesby Heather Bennett on June 23, 2022 at 8:37 am
Assistant Curator Heather Bennett takes a look at the remarkable life and achievements of engineer Verena Holmes. The post Celebrating Verena Holmes appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- Celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubileeby Science Museum on May 31, 2022 at 10:47 am
To celebrate HM The Queen’s platinum Jubilee, we’ll be looking back at her longstanding relationship with the Science Museum, spanning over 8 decades. The post Celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- All in Perfect Harmony?by Guest authors on May 22, 2022 at 7:47 am
Professor Christian Laes discusses perceptions of disability and the idealised body in ancient Greek culture, revealing how these ancient representations of bodily forms have influenced modern ideals towards conformity. The post All in Perfect Harmony? appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
V&A Blog News, articles and stories from the V&A
- Your Highland getaway…1900s styleby Frances Willis on August 2, 2022 at 3:50 pm
As thoughts turn to exploring or unwinding this summer we may find ourselves drawn towards travel literature, online or in hardcopy, to gain a perspective on our chosen place to venture. At the National Art... The post Your Highland getaway…1900s style appeared first on V&A Blog.
- Open call: Visitor experience at V&A storehouseby Kate Parsons on August 1, 2022 at 11:04 am
We are looking for a partner to collaborate with us on designing and delivering a new, enticing and memorable experience that enables people to have direct, up-close engagement with museum objects and their stories. We... The post Open call: Visitor experience at V&A storehouse appeared first on V&A Blog.
- Voices from Torrijosby Mariam Rosser-Owen on July 21, 2022 at 12:37 pm
From the beginning, we have been keen to use this research project to connect with local specialists in Torrijos, to learn from them about their town’s history, and to speak with them about what the... The post Voices from Torrijos appeared first on V&A Blog.
- Inclusive design: Creative mindfulness in Tower Hamletsby Kirsty Sullivan on July 21, 2022 at 11:04 am
Maraid McEwan, Young V&A Inclusive Designer in Residence and Kirsty Sullivan, Senior Producer for Formal Learning, Young V&A When Young V&A opens in 2023, the permanent galleries will explore some of the social and environmental... The post Inclusive design: Creative mindfulness in Tower Hamlets appeared first on V&A Blog.
- The winners of the V&A Illustration Awards 2022by Rosalind McKever on July 20, 2022 at 7:51 am
The awardees were announced at an event on 19 July at which Gérard DuBois has been awarded the Moira Gemmill Illustrator of the Year Prize and Book Illustration Winner 2022. His work, alongside the winners... The post The winners of the V&A Illustration Awards 2022 appeared first on V&A Blog.
- Build your adventure story at homeby Chinami Sakai on July 18, 2022 at 8:30 am
At Young V&A, we think that objects from the past can inspire us to use our imaginations. They can even help us make a whole story up. In the Adventure room in the new Imagine... The post Build your adventure story at home appeared first on V&A Blog.
- V&A Innovate Talks: Teacher Insightsby Holly Burton on July 15, 2022 at 12:36 pm
The V&A Innovate National Schools Challenge is back for 2022-23. To support schools planning to deliver the challenge, we asked three teachers to share their experiences of taking part. The post V&A Innovate Talks: Teacher Insights appeared first on V&A Blog.
- Daily devotion – Christian holy water stoupsby Serenella Sessini on July 14, 2022 at 10:20 am
As our research into objects to display at V&A East Storehouse progresses, I have been investigating objects connected to religious beliefs from around the globe. The V&A collection includes a vast array of objects linked... The post Daily devotion – Christian holy water stoups appeared first on V&A Blog.
- 2023 programmeby Blog Editor on July 7, 2022 at 9:00 am
Today we unveil the first details of our 2023 programme across our family of sites. New landmark exhibitions at V&A South Kensington range from the first ever major UK exhibition on Renaissance master Donatello, to... The post 2023 programme appeared first on V&A Blog.
- Print of the Monthby Zorian Clayton on July 5, 2022 at 3:32 pm
E.442-2011. ‘Rainbow Summer’ by Birgit Skiöld. Given by the Birgit Skiöld Memorial Trust. The post Print of the Month appeared first on V&A Blog.
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- Horniman Museum to return 72 artefacts to Nigeria - BBCon August 7, 2022 at 3:18 pm
Horniman Museum to return 72 artefacts to Nigeria BBC
- The 10 Best Museums in the U.S. That Should Be on Your Bucket List — Best Life - Best Lifeon August 7, 2022 at 3:08 pm
The 10 Best Museums in the U.S. That Should Be on Your Bucket List — Best Life Best Life
- Your Guide To the 5 Aircraft Carrier Museums In The USA - TheTravelon August 5, 2022 at 10:30 pm
Your Guide To the 5 Aircraft Carrier Museums In The USA TheTravel
- Date Night at The Met - The Metropolitan Museum of Arton August 5, 2022 at 1:27 pm
Date Night at The Met The Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Polish Museum Implores Visitors to Stop Having Sex on Its Premises - Hyperallergicon August 4, 2022 at 10:07 pm
Polish Museum Implores Visitors to Stop Having Sex on Its Premises Hyperallergic
- What Should an L.G.B.T.Q. Museum Be? Approaches Vary. - The New York Timeson August 4, 2022 at 2:00 pm
What Should an L.G.B.T.Q. Museum Be? Approaches Vary. The New York Times
- Air and Space Museum reopens Oct. 14. Star Wars fans should cheer. - The Washington Poston August 2, 2022 at 4:00 pm
Air and Space Museum reopens Oct. 14. Star Wars fans should cheer. The Washington Post
- Find Free Museum Days Around Southern California - NBC Southern Californiaon August 2, 2022 at 4:36 am
Find Free Museum Days Around Southern California NBC Southern California
- Lessons from Ukraine prompt top Taiwan museum to conduct 'wartime response' exercises - CNNon July 29, 2022 at 7:00 am
Lessons from Ukraine prompt top Taiwan museum to conduct 'wartime response' exercises CNN
- How to Decolonize a Museum? Try an Ax. - The New York Timeson July 29, 2022 at 7:00 am
How to Decolonize a Museum? Try an Ax. The New York Times
- The Best Museum Bathrooms, According to Museum People – American Alliance of Museums - aam-us.orgon July 29, 2022 at 7:00 am
The Best Museum Bathrooms, According to Museum People – American Alliance of Museums aam-us.org
- The Museum of Ice Cream Is a Horrifying Fun House - The Takeouton July 28, 2022 at 7:00 am
The Museum of Ice Cream Is a Horrifying Fun House The Takeout
- Museums Discover Impact Investing – American Alliance of Museums - aam-us.orgon July 27, 2022 at 7:00 am
Museums Discover Impact Investing – American Alliance of Museums aam-us.org
- Jackie Robinson Museum opens in Manhattan after 14 years of planning - ESPNon July 26, 2022 at 7:00 am
Jackie Robinson Museum opens in Manhattan after 14 years of planning ESPN
- Smithsonian Museum Day lets you into New York museums and zoos for free - Time Outon July 25, 2022 at 7:00 am
Smithsonian Museum Day lets you into New York museums and zoos for free Time Out
- Ousted Orlando Museum Director Behind Seized Basquiat Exhibit Had a History with ‘Discovered’ Artworks - ARTnewson July 22, 2022 at 7:00 am
Ousted Orlando Museum Director Behind Seized Basquiat Exhibit Had a History with ‘Discovered’ Artworks ARTnews
- How Museum Educators Are Using Strategic Foresight to Address Climate Change - aam-us.orgon July 22, 2022 at 7:00 am
How Museum Educators Are Using Strategic Foresight to Address Climate Change aam-us.org
- Smithsonian magazine's Museum Day is back! Find venues in your state with free entry. - USA TODAYon July 19, 2022 at 7:00 am
Smithsonian magazine's Museum Day is back! Find venues in your state with free entry. USA TODAY
- 9 eccentric (and totally fascinating) Bay Area museums - The Mercury Newson July 19, 2022 at 7:00 am
9 eccentric (and totally fascinating) Bay Area museums The Mercury News
- Seattle museum cancels 'Amazon vs Microsoft' exhibition after backlash over tech and art in city - GeekWireon July 19, 2022 at 7:00 am
Seattle museum cancels 'Amazon vs Microsoft' exhibition after backlash over tech and art in city GeekWire
- Monroe Museum Art Exhibit at Monroe-Walton Center for the Arts - Monroe Local Newson July 19, 2022 at 7:00 am
Monroe Museum Art Exhibit at Monroe-Walton Center for the Arts Monroe Local News
- Walk Through A Pioneer Village At This Unique Museum In Alabama - Only In Your Stateon July 18, 2022 at 7:00 am
Walk Through A Pioneer Village At This Unique Museum In Alabama Only In Your State
- Milwaukee Public Museum releases new museum renderings and they're stunning - OnMilwaukee.comon July 18, 2022 at 7:00 am
Milwaukee Public Museum releases new museum renderings and they're stunning OnMilwaukee.com
- 15 Top Museums in Miami - U.S. News & World Reporton July 18, 2022 at 7:00 am
15 Top Museums in Miami U.S. News & World Report
- In Rome, a New Museum for Recovered Treasures Before They Return Home - The New York Timeson July 18, 2022 at 7:00 am
In Rome, a New Museum for Recovered Treasures Before They Return Home The New York Times
- 10 scenic and remote museums and galleries that are worth the trip - CNNon July 17, 2022 at 7:00 am
10 scenic and remote museums and galleries that are worth the trip CNN
- Perspectives - Portland Art Museumon July 16, 2022 at 7:00 am
Perspectives Portland Art Museum
- Museum of Ice Cream Chicago offers interactive experience and plenty of ice cream - Chicago Sun-Timeson July 15, 2022 at 7:00 am
Museum of Ice Cream Chicago offers interactive experience and plenty of ice cream Chicago Sun-Times
- Museum of Illusions is coming to metro Phoenix. Here's what to expect - The Arizona Republicon July 15, 2022 at 7:00 am
Museum of Illusions is coming to metro Phoenix. Here's what to expect The Arizona Republic
- Facing mounting financial losses, Santa Barbara's Museum of Contemporary Art will close permanently - Art Newspaperon July 15, 2022 at 7:00 am
Facing mounting financial losses, Santa Barbara's Museum of Contemporary Art will close permanently Art Newspaper
- The 6 best museums in Indianapolis, from history and art to dinosaurs - Lonely Planet Travel Newson July 15, 2022 at 7:00 am
The 6 best museums in Indianapolis, from history and art to dinosaurs Lonely Planet Travel News
- Enjoy An Immersive Experience At The One-Of-A-Kind MAX Museum In Mississippi - Only In Your Stateon July 12, 2022 at 7:00 am
Enjoy An Immersive Experience At The One-Of-A-Kind MAX Museum In Mississippi Only In Your State
- 'Magic mirror': Hidden image revealed in reflection of centuries-old artifact - CNNon July 12, 2022 at 7:00 am
'Magic mirror': Hidden image revealed in reflection of centuries-old artifact CNN
- The Museum of Illusions in Philadelphia: Mind-Bending Fun for Kids of All Ages - Uncovering PAon July 11, 2022 at 7:00 am
The Museum of Illusions in Philadelphia: Mind-Bending Fun for Kids of All Ages Uncovering PA
- Chicago unveils proposal for a revamped Museum Campus - The Architect's Newspaperon July 11, 2022 at 7:00 am
Chicago unveils proposal for a revamped Museum Campus The Architect's Newspaper
- These 9 Design Museums Are the Best in the World - Architectural Digeston July 9, 2022 at 7:00 am
These 9 Design Museums Are the Best in the World Architectural Digest
- Learn and Explore - Musée canadien de la natureon July 8, 2022 at 11:48 pm
Learn and Explore Musée canadien de la nature
- The San Bernardino County Museum - San Bernardino Countyon July 8, 2022 at 3:25 pm
The San Bernardino County Museum San Bernardino County
- Musings from the Museums of Washington D.C.: Portraits, Photos, Stories - The Dartmouthon July 8, 2022 at 7:00 am
Musings from the Museums of Washington D.C.: Portraits, Photos, Stories The Dartmouth
- New Museum of the American Latino has first exhibit in Smithsonian space - Arizona Mirroron July 6, 2022 at 7:00 am
New Museum of the American Latino has first exhibit in Smithsonian space Arizona Mirror
- Chroma: Ancient Sculpture in Color - The Metropolitan Museum of Arton July 5, 2022 at 7:00 am
Chroma: Ancient Sculpture in Color The Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Unique New Museums Make Their Debut In 2022 - Forbeson July 2, 2022 at 7:00 am
Unique New Museums Make Their Debut In 2022 Forbes
- Virgil Abloh: “Figures of Speech” - Brooklyn Museumon July 1, 2022 at 7:00 am
Virgil Abloh: “Figures of Speech” Brooklyn Museum
- Mindfulness in the Museum Convening | Getty360 Calendar - Getty Centeron June 30, 2022 at 10:56 pm
Mindfulness in the Museum Convening | Getty360 Calendar Getty Center
- Governor Lamont Announces Return of Program Allowing Children To Receive Free Admission at Connecticut Museums During the Summer Months - CT.govon June 29, 2022 at 7:00 am
Governor Lamont Announces Return of Program Allowing Children To Receive Free Admission at Connecticut Museums During the Summer Months CT.gov
- Daniel Weiss, Met Museum’s Chief Executive, to Step Down - The New York Timeson June 28, 2022 at 7:00 am
Daniel Weiss, Met Museum’s Chief Executive, to Step Down The New York Times
- Sun Sets - The Metropolitan Museum of Arton June 24, 2022 at 8:18 pm
Sun Sets The Metropolitan Museum of Art
- National Juneteenth Museum Takes Shape in Fort Worth - The New York Timeson June 24, 2022 at 7:00 am
National Juneteenth Museum Takes Shape in Fort Worth The New York Times
- At Museum for Rescued Art, Italy Displays Stolen Artifacts It Has Recovered - Smithsonian Magazineon June 21, 2022 at 7:00 am
At Museum for Rescued Art, Italy Displays Stolen Artifacts It Has Recovered Smithsonian Magazine
- Suffering From Anxiety? Try Visiting a Museum - Hyperallergicon June 21, 2022 at 7:00 am
Suffering From Anxiety? Try Visiting a Museum Hyperallergic
The lastest news from the Portable Antiquities Scheme All the news from around the regions of the Scheme
- PASt Explorers Conference 2019 – Save the Date!by The Portable Antiquities Scheme on January 1, 1970 at 12:00 am
PASt Explorers Conference – Save the Date! The final PASt Explorers Conference will be held on Friday 21st June 2019 at The British Museum.
- 1.5 million archaeological objects have been unearthed by the public, British Museum revealsby The Portable Antiquities Scheme on January 1, 1970 at 12:00 am
Announcement of the 1,500,000th object recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database, a Medieval lead papal bulla
- PAS Conference 2018 Recording Britain’s Pastby The Portable Antiquities Scheme on January 1, 1970 at 12:00 am
The British Museum’s Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) has recorded over 1.3 million finds – each one a unique discovery made by a member of the public. This conference celebrates 15 years of the Scheme, with a day or discussion and debate. These explore how the PAS is advancing knowledge, sharing information about the past, encouraging best practice and supporting museum acquisitions of Treasure and other finds.
- 1 million records of archaeological finds made by public now recordedby The Portable Antiquities Scheme on December 14, 2021 at 10:28 am
The British Museum announces that 1 million records of individual archaeological finds discovered by the public have been logged. The 1 millionth record is of a medieval harness pendant from Lincolnshire. The British Museum also announces almost 50,000 archaeological items were recorded in 2020 including over 1,000 Treasure finds. Important finds include an unusual hoard of Roman coins buried in three pots, a unique gold cross with runic inscription, and a silver medieval seal matrix that would have been owned by a high-status woman.
- PAS Website and Database Unavailable Wednesday 3rd and Thursday 4th Novemberby The Portable Antiquities Scheme on October 27, 2021 at 10:10 am
PAS database unavailable Wednesday 3rd and Thursday 4th November.
