Uncovering the Adelaide Corridor
Through the generosity of a second grant from the Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art, paper conservator Amy Junker Heslip has been able to continue her investigations into the Adelaide wallpaper at the Royal Pavilion and the Chinese … Continued
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Hidden Nature: Tiger-lily burning bright in Royal Pavilion Wonderland
Today's Heritage Open Day Hidden Nature post examines the Tiger-lily found within and around the Royal Pavilion. During Covid-19 lockdown I started cataloguing Mike Jones's wonderful drawings of plants and flowers in the Royal Pavilion Gardens. Where possible, I try … Continued
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Hidden Nature: Flower power from the Far East – Peony, the King of Flowers
Continuing this weeks Heritage Open Days theme of Hidden Nature, we take a look at some of the hidden flowers among the Royal Pavilion wallpaper. During Covid-lockdown the Royal Pavilion team of conservators and curators worked hard on rehanging the … Continued
Botanical, Chinese wallpaper, Flowers, George IV, heritage open days, Hidden Nature, history, Kew, Local History, Mike Jones, Peonies, Queen Victoria's Apartment, Royal Pavilion, Royal Pavilion Gardens
'If one could but go to Brighton!' – Jane Austen and the seaside
She was one of George IV's favourite writers, and Brighton famously features in one of her most popular novels, Pride & Prejudice, and in her unfinished last work, Sanditon, but can we claim Jane Austen as a Sussex woman? And … Continued
Jane Austen, Prince Regent, Regency, seabathing, watering place
Dorothea von Lieven: Sharp-tongued Letter Writer and Influencer at George's Court
Katharina Alexandra Dorothea von Lieven (1785-1857), nee Benckendorff, later Princess Lieven, was one of the most illustrious, influential and charismatic women in early 19th century Europe and Russia, and a witty commentator on Georgian life. Born into Livonian (modern-day Latvian) … Continued
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The story behind the picture: Recreating Oscar Wilde's 1884 visit to the Royal Pavilion
The infamous playwright and poet, Oscar Wilde visited the Royal Pavilion and presented two of his popular art & life lectures on 17 and 18 November 1884. To mark the anniversary of the occasion we recreated Wilde's visit on Saturday … Continued
Brighton, Oscar Wilde, Royal Pavilion
The Old Curiosity Shop: Dickensian Delights at Royal Pavilion & Museums
When Charles Dickens visited Brighton 175 years ago he probably didn't imagine that his touching of a doorbell would transform the simple object into a museum piece. It has been well documented that Charles Dickens made several visits to Brighton: … Continued
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The Dragon's in the detail: designs for the Royal Pavilion by John and Frederick Crace
Before we had to temporarily close our doors due to the Covid-19 virus, I was busy preparing a display showcasing the work of two of George IV's principal designers, or interior decorators, at the Royal Pavilion. This exhibition, which was … Continued
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The story behind the picture: historical fencing outside the Royal Pavilion
In 2009 I was the Adult Learning Officer for the Adult Event Programme creating and running public events across Royal Pavilion & Museums. This was one of 62 events that were programmed in 2009. This historical fencing demonstration took place … Continued
A Moment of Wellbeing in the Royal Pavilion Gardens
A new series from the Royal Pavilion Gardeners will focus on the gardens as a place for improving wellbeing. Robert and the team will highlight the seasonal blooms and features to take a moment and appreciate as you're walking through. … Continued
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Grateful George's horse bling: the Brighton Cup up-close
Curator Alexandra Loske on the Brighton Cup, a trophy that's currently on display in Brighton Museum, and how George IV supported horse racing in Brighton. It is well known that George IV was a connoisseur of all things bling and … Continued
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George's Marvellous Milliner
As a Visitor Services Officer at the Royal Pavilion and Museums I hadn't expected to be given the opportunity to work on such an exciting and significant fashion project. But with the Workforce Development Programme I was given such a … Continued
Fashion, hats, Stephen Jones, Stephen Jones Hats, Workforce Development
Pavilion Review 2007
Index to articles published in the Pavilion Review 2007. View and download the February 2007 issue View and download the July 2007 issue February 2007 Angelica Kauffman's Portrait of a Woman; oriental or occasional otherness? Examining the evidence for the … Continued
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Index to articles published in the Pavilion Review in 2005. View and download the July 2005 issue July 2005 Muck and Magic A look at the history of the Pavilion Gardens, including accounts recording the cost of the design and … Continued
Index to articles published in the Pavilion Review in 2003. View and download the October 2003 issue October 2003 World Art Overviews of the World Art galleries at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery including the James Green Gallery of World … Continued
Index to articles published in the Pavilion Review in 2001. View and download the November 2001 issue November 2001 The Music Room Organ The story of the organ in the Music Room of the Royal Pavilion and the results of an … Continued
Index to articles published in the Pavilion Review in 2000. View and download the July 2000 issue July 2000 'From The East Comes Light': A Relic of the Raj at Hove Museum Discusses the Jaipur Gate at Hove Museum, focusing … Continued
Index to articles published in the Pavilion Review in 1998. View and download the April 1998 issue April 1998 Major Lottery Awards to Brighton Museum and Art Gallery Discusses development due to recent awards within the Royal Pavilion and Preston … Continued
Index to articles published in the Pavilion Review in 1997. View and download the April 1997 issue April 1997 "A New Future for Libraries and Museums" The article describes the recent reorganization of the Council, from East Sussex County Council … Continued
Index to articles published in the Pavilion Review in 1996. View and download the July 1996 issue July 1996 1995: A Year of Awards for the Royal Pavilion and Museums! Provides details of a number of awards won by the … Continued