Experts' Choice Award Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
What the experts agree on
Eclectic collection spanning ancient Egyptian artifacts to 20th-century design, anchored by quirky highlights like Salvador Dalí's Mae West sofa and royal coronation costumes. Housed in a former Royal Pavilion stable block, it's refreshingly
“The museum is devoted to an eclectic collection of world art and artifacts, ranging from Salvador Dalí's "Mae West's Lips Sofa" to costumes worn at King George IV's coronation in 1821. ”
– Frommer's
Fodor's "The grounds of the Royal Pavilion contain this museum, in a former stable block designed for the Prince Regent (1762–1830), son of George III." Full review
Lonely Planet "This museum and art gallery has a glittering collection of 20th-century art and design, including a crimson Salvador Dalí sofa modelled on Mae West’s lips." Full review
Frommer's "Many of the items were purchased by Henry Willett, a 19th-century Brighton brewer and social reformer." Full review
The Telegraph "This is a delightfully accessible museum with a permanent collection spanning ancient Egyptian bits and bobs, Brighton seaside memorabilia, and first rate post-war British art. " Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"In addition to its local history collection, the museum displays Dutch and English paintings, china, pottery and a gallery devoted to ethnography and fashion." Full review
