7 Must-Visit Museums And Galleries In Brighton

Some people come for the light – others, for the water. Whatever it is, Brighton is a beacon for creative souls to collaborate and showcase the fruits of their gifts. With hundreds of studios and exhibiting spaces, there’s no shortage of places to feast your senses. Here are just a few of the city’s finest.

Brighton & Hove Museums

The collected stories of Brighton and Hove are lovingly displayed in the austere halls of the Brighton Museum. There’s a rich seam of history here, as evidenced by recent exhibits: Soaring Seagulls (Brighton’s beloved football club) and Constable and Brighton and LGBTQ Museum Trail, which illuminates objects and stories integral to the LGBTQ experience in the city.

Royal Pavilion Gardens, Brighton + 19 New Church Road, Hove

1. Brighton Toy and Model Museum

Museum, Train Station

Below the arches of Brighton Station sits over 4000 square feet of toys and models – railfan heaven. 2017 marks the museum’s 25th year – and with it, an exhibition on dollhouse furniture along with an update to their ever-popular Meccano display. Each item has been steadfastly and studiously curated and gives insight into historical and cultural sensibilities that adults will enjoy as much as their children.

2. The Old Police Cell Museum

Museum

This is one lock up in which you can hope to escape unscathed and somewhat enlightened. Given the city’s popularity as a seaside resort in the 19th and early 20th centuries, it’s unsurprising that the cells saw their share of pleasure-seekers and later, Mods and Rockers. Occupying the basement of Brighton’s Town Hall in the Lanes, there’s an extensive collection of policing paraphernalia and graffiti from the cells’ unfortunate residents.