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Science Museum Blog News and insights from the Science Museum in London.
- Movements and maps – the French quest for longitudeby Richard Dunn on December 5, 2024 at 9:00 am
Curator Richard Dunn takes a closer look at a sea clock on display in Versailles: Science and Splendour, and explores French contributions to the development and use of a game-changing navigational innovation. The post Movements and maps – the French quest for longitude appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- A visionary innovation: Harold Ridley and the first intra-ocular surgeryby Selina Hurley on November 29, 2024 at 9:00 am
To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the first intra-ocular surgery, Curator Selina Hurley takes a look at the history of the medical procedure and its pioneering inventor Harold Ridley. The post A visionary innovation: Harold Ridley and the first intra-ocular surgery appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- Science Museum Christmas Gift Guideby Science Museum on November 27, 2024 at 12:16 pm
Only four weeks to go until Christmas! If you’re looking for inspiration, our online shop is packed full of stellar gifts for everyone. The post Science Museum Christmas Gift Guide appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- First human organ cell atlas marks a key leap in understanding the bodyby Roger Highfield on November 20, 2024 at 4:00 pm
The Human Cell Atlas will revolutionise medicine, reports Science Director, Roger Highfield. The post First human organ cell atlas marks a key leap in understanding the body appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- Fit for a Queen: Famous Marie Antoinette Breguet watch will travel to London for new exhibitionby Jane Desborough on November 19, 2024 at 11:18 am
The most famous watch in the world, Breguet’s No. 160 which was made for Marie Antoinette, is to go on display in the Versailles: Science and Splendour exhibition. Keeper of Science Jane Desborough reveals the story behind this exceptional timepiece. The post Fit for a Queen: Famous Marie Antoinette Breguet watch will travel to London for new exhibition appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- Benjamin Lewis Vulliamy: A Champion of British Craftsmanshipby Guest authors on November 13, 2024 at 8:01 am
To mark the opening of a new temporary display on Benjamin Lewis Vulliamy in the Clockmakers’ Museum gallery, Curator Anna Rolls takes a look at the legacy of this clockmaker and explores how he was involved in the changing face of London during the 1800s . The post Benjamin Lewis Vulliamy: A Champion of British Craftsmanship appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- Introducing Versailles: Science and Splendourby Matthew Howles on November 8, 2024 at 2:55 pm
Associate Curator Matthew Howles reveals the stories behind our latest exhibition, Versailles: Science and Splendour, which opens from 12 December 2024. The post Introducing Versailles: Science and Splendour appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- Inspiring the scientists we need for tomorrow: The Environment Agency’s Careers Live collaborationby Guest authors on October 31, 2024 at 1:39 pm
In August, over 100 Environment Agency experts volunteered their time to deliver free hands-on careers sessions with young visitors in Technicians: The David Sainsbury Gallery. Chief Scientist at the Environment Agency, Dr Robert Bradburne, reflects on the activities and the positive impact an environmental career could have on the next generation. The post Inspiring the scientists we need for tomorrow: The Environment Agency’s Careers Live collaboration appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- Information Age: 10 years onby Rachel Boon on October 24, 2024 at 8:03 am
To celebrate Information Age’s tenth anniversary, Curator of Computing and Communications, Rachel Boon, shares stories featured on the gallery along with developments over the last decade which shape how we use these technologies today. The post Information Age: 10 years on appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
- The Clipper Mission: Journey to the icy water world of Europaby Guest authors on October 18, 2024 at 12:07 pm
This week a mission launched to investigate the watery oceans beneath the icy surface of Jupiter’s moon Europa – and whether it has the conditions to support life. Associate Curator, Lucy Twisleton, explores the journey, the spacecraft and the data it will collect. The post The Clipper Mission: Journey to the icy water world of Europa appeared first on Science Museum Blog.
V&A Blog News, articles and stories from the V&A
- Uncovering Henry Cole’s Travel Diaries: A Journey Through Time and Europeby Simona Valeriani on December 10, 2024 at 5:56 pm
Among its many treasures, the National Art Library at the V&A holds a remarkable set of objects: three travel diaries written by Henry Cole, the museum’s very first director. These notebooks offer a captivating glimpse... The post Uncovering Henry Cole’s Travel Diaries: A Journey Through Time and Europe appeared first on V&A Blog.
- Timber roof frames in the Maghrib and al-Andalus during the 12th centuryby Íñigo Almela on December 9, 2024 at 5:02 pm
Íñigo Almela This text was written in collaboration with Antonio Almagro, Profesor de Investigación ad Honorem (Escuela de Estudios Árabes, CSIC) and member of Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando. Orthoimage of the wooden... The post Timber roof frames in the Maghrib and al-Andalus during the 12th century appeared first on V&A Blog.
- Chiming in the new year with Dickensby Frances Willis on December 5, 2024 at 3:05 pm
At least one Christmas I am sure you have settled down to watch, or perhaps even read, ‘A Christmas Carol’ (1843). It is hard to go through life and avoid this Dickensian classic altogether –... The post Chiming in the new year with Dickens appeared first on V&A Blog.
- Georgian (Boss) Ladies and the obscure art of painting on velvetby Philippa Bogle on December 2, 2024 at 10:53 am
Having watched one too many Jane Austen adaptations, you might think Georgian women were forever doing needlework in stuffy drawing rooms. But had you been a woman some 200 years ago, you may actually have... The post Georgian (Boss) Ladies and the obscure art of painting on velvet appeared first on V&A Blog.
- Open Call: Apply to the Digital Fashion Design Courseby Marc Barto on November 29, 2024 at 5:18 pm
The Victoria and Albert Museum is looking for young people aged 18-26 to take part in a free Digital Fashion course taking place in February and March 2025 at the V&A South Kensington in London. A cohort of 16 young people will receive technical instructions online and onsite at the museum and hear from Fashion Designers and 3D Artists working in the fashion and entertainment industry. The post Open Call: Apply to the Digital Fashion Design Course appeared first on V&A Blog.
- V&A Wedgwood Collection: 10 years in 10 objectsby Catrin Jones on November 28, 2024 at 6:18 pm
Ceramics has been an important part of Stoke’s heritage, but our museum shows that it’s part of the area’s creative future too. So many people have a Wedgwood connection, whether it’s their granny’s prized teapot,... The post V&A Wedgwood Collection: 10 years in 10 objects appeared first on V&A Blog.
- People of Wedgwood: Harry Barnard and his Trip to Australiaby Lucy Lead on November 28, 2024 at 3:16 pm
One of the most surprising and meaningful aspects of the V&A Wedgwood Collection archives are the many photographs, letters and documents that capture the people that worked for the Wedgwood company from its founding in... The post People of Wedgwood: Harry Barnard and his Trip to Australia appeared first on V&A Blog.
- BREAKING NEWS! Henry Cole’s beloved Jim identifiedby Dr Erika Lederman on November 27, 2024 at 11:34 am
Observant visitors to the V&A’s Madejski Garden frequently notice two commemorative plaques set into a discreet corner of the garden’s perimeter wall, adjacent to the entrance to The Dorothy and Michael Hintze Sculpture Galleries. Dedicated... The post BREAKING NEWS! Henry Cole’s beloved Jim identified appeared first on V&A Blog.
- Material Cultures: Woodland Goodsby Anna Bates on November 26, 2024 at 9:42 am
What materials do woodlands have to offer, besides timber, and how can we harvest and work with these resources in a responsible way? For the fourth iteration of Make Good: Rethinking Material Futures, the V&A... The post Material Cultures: Woodland Goods appeared first on V&A Blog.
- 5 V&A objects that represent care and caregivingby Kristen Johnson on November 26, 2024 at 9:22 am
Caregiving is one of the most essential yet often invisible roles in our society. Whether it’s a parent caring for a child, a neighbour looking after an elderly friend, or a healthcare worker tending to... The post 5 V&A objects that represent care and caregiving appeared first on V&A Blog.
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- Museum matters - SoMdNews.comon December 14, 2024 at 5:34 pm
Museum matters SoMdNews.com
- The Children's Museum of Southern Oregon holding Polar Express event this weekend - KDRVon December 14, 2024 at 5:22 pm
The Children's Museum of Southern Oregon holding Polar Express event this weekend KDRV
- "The Tale of the American Saint Nick," at the Eldred WWII Museum on December 20 - THE WELLSVILLE SUNon December 14, 2024 at 5:08 pm
"The Tale of the American Saint Nick," at the Eldred WWII Museum on December 20 THE WELLSVILLE SUN
- Art Club bringing ‘Gold + Grit’ to Pemberton museum - Pique Newsmagazineon December 14, 2024 at 5:00 pm
Art Club bringing ‘Gold + Grit’ to Pemberton museum Pique Newsmagazine
- Nelson-Atkins narrows museum expansion design to 6 finalists. Here’s what to know - KSMU Radioon December 14, 2024 at 4:49 pm
Nelson-Atkins narrows museum expansion design to 6 finalists. Here’s what to know KSMU Radio
- 1915 Burbank Fire Engine Donated to be Put on Display at Historical Society Museum - MyBurbank.comon December 14, 2024 at 4:38 pm
1915 Burbank Fire Engine Donated to be Put on Display at Historical Society Museum MyBurbank.com
- Centralia Historical Museum event highlights third floor artifacts - Centralia Sentinelon December 14, 2024 at 4:02 pm
Centralia Historical Museum event highlights third floor artifacts Centralia Sentinel
- Museum of Ice Cream opens in Boston: Here’s what’s inside - Boston 25 Newson December 14, 2024 at 3:48 pm
Museum of Ice Cream opens in Boston: Here’s what’s inside Boston 25 News
- Edward J. Smits, lifelong historian and creator of Nassau County museum system, dies at 90 - Newsdayon December 14, 2024 at 3:41 pm
Edward J. Smits, lifelong historian and creator of Nassau County museum system, dies at 90 Newsday
- Historical museum’s old exhibits getting a new look - News Radio KMANon December 14, 2024 at 3:21 pm
Historical museum’s old exhibits getting a new look News Radio KMAN
- Chieftain’s old volumes come ‘full circle’ to museum | Local News - Wallowa County Chieftainon December 14, 2024 at 3:00 pm
Chieftain’s old volumes come ‘full circle’ to museum | Local News Wallowa County Chieftain
- Maltz Museum makes solid choice for new deputy director | Editorial - News-Herald.comon December 14, 2024 at 2:32 pm
Maltz Museum makes solid choice for new deputy director | Editorial News-Herald.com
- Tel Dan Stele, oldest archaeological evidence of King David, comes to NY’s Jewish Museum - The Times of Israelon December 14, 2024 at 1:16 pm
Tel Dan Stele, oldest archaeological evidence of King David, comes to NY’s Jewish Museum The Times of Israel
- Burlingame Hillsborough History Museum reopens - San Mateo Daily Journalon December 14, 2024 at 1:15 pm
Burlingame Hillsborough History Museum reopens San Mateo Daily Journal
- Museum director works on Tyler Perry movie - The Courieron December 14, 2024 at 1:10 pm
Museum director works on Tyler Perry movie The Courier
- Port Arthur museum captures a huge slice of zydeco history - Chronon December 14, 2024 at 1:02 pm
Port Arthur museum captures a huge slice of zydeco history Chron
- Adel Historical Museum Hosting Holiday Open Houses Today and Tomorrow - Raccoon Valley Radioon December 14, 2024 at 12:54 pm
Adel Historical Museum Hosting Holiday Open Houses Today and Tomorrow Raccoon Valley Radio
- Durham Light Infantry Museum to house hidden artwork inside walls - BBC.comon December 14, 2024 at 11:38 am
Durham Light Infantry Museum to house hidden artwork inside walls BBC.com
- Home for the Holidays tour features 3 houses, 1 museum - Brownfield Newson December 14, 2024 at 11:00 am
Home for the Holidays tour features 3 houses, 1 museum Brownfield News
- Reflections by Sammy Way: Sumter Military Museum becomes a reality - The Sumter Itemon December 14, 2024 at 11:00 am
Reflections by Sammy Way: Sumter Military Museum becomes a reality The Sumter Item
- Prehistoric Museum Launches Lab Renovation Fundraising Campaign - ETV Newson December 14, 2024 at 10:52 am
Prehistoric Museum Launches Lab Renovation Fundraising Campaign ETV News
- Sprinkles, games & lobster rolls: What’s inside Boston’s Museum of Ice Cream - MassLive.comon December 14, 2024 at 10:50 am
Sprinkles, games & lobster rolls: What’s inside Boston’s Museum of Ice Cream MassLive.com
- Neville museum revives Green Bay's holiday past with beloved exhibit and children's shop - Fox11online.comon December 14, 2024 at 10:46 am
Neville museum revives Green Bay's holiday past with beloved exhibit and children's shop Fox11online.com
- American Independence Museum celebrates $170K grant for Ladd-Gilman House restoration - Seacoastonline.comon December 14, 2024 at 10:14 am
American Independence Museum celebrates $170K grant for Ladd-Gilman House restoration Seacoastonline.com
- Dinosaur fossils like record-breaking Apex 'turn dreams into reality,' museum visitors say - USA TODAYon December 14, 2024 at 10:07 am
Dinosaur fossils like record-breaking Apex 'turn dreams into reality,' museum visitors say USA TODAY
- Rainbow sculptures and dance hall beats electrify museum - Aspen Daily Newson December 14, 2024 at 9:00 am
Rainbow sculptures and dance hall beats electrify museum Aspen Daily News
- Celebrate the holidays at Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum - FOX 5 San Diegoon December 14, 2024 at 6:39 am
Celebrate the holidays at Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum FOX 5 San Diego
- Program 2025 - E-Fluxon December 14, 2024 at 5:17 am
Program 2025 E-Flux
- Dec. 14 - Merry Museum Christmas - The Post & Mailon December 14, 2024 at 5:15 am
Dec. 14 - Merry Museum Christmas The Post & Mail
- Gulf Beaches Historical Museum turns storm debris into Christmas trees - WTSP.comon December 14, 2024 at 4:40 am
Gulf Beaches Historical Museum turns storm debris into Christmas trees WTSP.com
- Indiana Jones And The Great Circle: A Date To Remember Mystery Walkthrough - TheGameron December 14, 2024 at 4:15 am
Indiana Jones And The Great Circle: A Date To Remember Mystery Walkthrough TheGamer
- Crystal Bridges Museum and the Momentary Announce 2025 Exhibitions Celebrating American Icons Past and Present - That Eric Alperon December 14, 2024 at 3:14 am
Crystal Bridges Museum and the Momentary Announce 2025 Exhibitions Celebrating American Icons Past and Present That Eric Alper
- Wonderful Life Museum starts National Zuzu’s Petals initiative - RochesterFirston December 14, 2024 at 3:04 am
Wonderful Life Museum starts National Zuzu’s Petals initiative RochesterFirst
- Hockaday Museum changes name to highlight connection with Glacier Park - Daily Inter Lakeon December 14, 2024 at 2:00 am
Hockaday Museum changes name to highlight connection with Glacier Park Daily Inter Lake
- Monterey Museum of Art offers free admission through December to encourage everyone to pursue their creativity. - Monterey County Weeklyon December 14, 2024 at 1:00 am
Monterey Museum of Art offers free admission through December to encourage everyone to pursue their creativity. Monterey County Weekly
- History comes to life at Living Wax Museum - WCBIon December 14, 2024 at 12:58 am
History comes to life at Living Wax Museum WCBI
- HERITAGE MUSEUM: LaBelle’s century-old landmark reopens after six-year renovation - FOX 4 News Fort Myers WFTXon December 14, 2024 at 12:45 am
HERITAGE MUSEUM: LaBelle’s century-old landmark reopens after six-year renovation FOX 4 News Fort Myers WFTX
- Springfield museum opens new exhibit highlighting Native Americans in Lane County - KEZI TVon December 14, 2024 at 12:28 am
Springfield museum opens new exhibit highlighting Native Americans in Lane County KEZI TV
- Christmas at the Museum! runs Saturday and Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. Santa will be there! - Visalia Times-Delta and Tulare Advance-Registeron December 14, 2024 at 12:12 am
Christmas at the Museum! runs Saturday and Sunday from noon to 3 p.m. Santa will be there! Visalia Times-Delta and Tulare Advance-Register
- Hayden named director of art museum - messenger-inquireron December 14, 2024 at 12:00 am
Hayden named director of art museum messenger-inquirer
- Shop the Mall: Buying gifts at the National Museum of American History - NBC Washingtonon December 13, 2024 at 11:57 pm
Shop the Mall: Buying gifts at the National Museum of American History NBC Washington
- Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach chief Amanda Skier to leave to lead Flagler Museum - Palm Beach Daily Newson December 13, 2024 at 11:50 pm
Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach chief Amanda Skier to leave to lead Flagler Museum Palm Beach Daily News
- Walter Anderson Museum Art Block Project in the works - WXXV News 25on December 13, 2024 at 11:40 pm
Walter Anderson Museum Art Block Project in the works WXXV News 25
- New Exhibit at Clinton County Historical Museum for America’s 250th - Mountain Lake PBSon December 13, 2024 at 11:39 pm
New Exhibit at Clinton County Historical Museum for America’s 250th Mountain Lake PBS
- Museum of Natural History Sells Former Prez’s E. 79th St. Co-Op for $5.5 Million - westsidespirit.comon December 13, 2024 at 11:38 pm
Museum of Natural History Sells Former Prez’s E. 79th St. Co-Op for $5.5 Million westsidespirit.com
- More than 100 people sworn in as American citizens at Griffin Museum of Science & Industry - NBC Chicagoon December 13, 2024 at 11:19 pm
More than 100 people sworn in as American citizens at Griffin Museum of Science & Industry NBC Chicago
- kddumouchelle - Instagramon December 13, 2024 at 10:59 pm
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- Cleveland Museum of Natural History Unveils $150 Million Transformation to Explore Science and Nature - Travel And Tour Worldon December 13, 2024 at 10:16 pm
Cleveland Museum of Natural History Unveils $150 Million Transformation to Explore Science and Nature Travel And Tour World
- Museum of the North Beach Temporarily Relocates - GraysHarborTalkon December 13, 2024 at 10:02 pm
Museum of the North Beach Temporarily Relocates GraysHarborTalk
- S’edav Va’aki Museum Indian Market celebrates Indigenous culture - Phoenix New Timeson December 13, 2024 at 10:00 pm
S’edav Va’aki Museum Indian Market celebrates Indigenous culture Phoenix New Times
