In celebration of Insect Week 2024, join us for a panel discussion highlighting some of the inspirational women in entomology.
Inspired by the work of Scottish entomologist and moth collector Alice Blanche Balfour, we’re celebrating moths and some of the impressive women of entomology who passionately dedicated their time to studying these insects.
Join us for a panel discussion about some of the important women involved in the history and science of entomology.
Curator Ashleigh Whiffin will be in discussion with Don Opitz, Associate Professor at DePaul University, moth recorderKatty Baird and budding entomologist Holly Doherty.
The discussion will be followed by an audience Q&A.
Register via the NMS website https://www.nms.ac.uk/WomenInEntomology
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Register via the NMS website https://www.nms.ac.uk/WomenInEntomology
Cost
Adults & Concessions £3
National Museums Scotland Members £2
Carers of disabled people free.
Location
Chambers Street
Edinburgh
EH1 1JF
United Kingdom
Accessibility
We want everyone who comes to our museums to enjoy their time with us and make the most of their visit.
There is level access to the Museum via the main doors to the Entrance Hall on Chambers Street and the Tower entrance at the corner of Chambers Street and George IV Bridge.
Lifts are available to all floors and accessible toilets are available on Levels 0 and 3, as well as a Changing Places (U) toilet in the Entrance Hall on Level 0.
Wheelchairs are available for loan at no charge. Please note wheelchairs cannot be booked in advance. On arrival, ask about availability at the Information Desk. Small mobility scooters are permitted inside the museum.
There is an induction loop in the Auditorium.
Guide dogs, hearing dogs and other recognised assistance dogs are admitted.
Find out more about our access information. If you have any questions about accessing this event, please email us in advance at [email protected].
Website
https://www.nms.ac.uk/WomenInEntomology