Royal Entomological Society

Insects in Culture - a reflection on the beauty and aesthetic potential of the Hymenopteran
2026-11-26 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London)
Outreach, Culture & Education SIG: Insects in Culture – a reflection on the beauty and aesthetic potential of the Hymenopteran

Thursday 26 November, 10:00 – 16:00 Natural History Museum (Neil Chalmers Lecture Theatre), London

This fascinating day is being organised by our Outreach, Culture & Education Special Interest Group, and will comprise a morning of short talks followed by an afternoon tour of the Hymenoptera collections. Entomologists from the museum will introduce the complexity and diversity of this group of insects and artists will offer presentations on their interpretations of bees, ants and wasps.

This is an opportunity for entomologist to interact with artists and for artists to be inspired by this fascinating group.

The event will be capped at 40 to ensure everyone is able to attend a behind the scenes tour.

Please note that refreshments and lunch will not be provided but there will be an opportunity to purchase refreshments from the museum café, or delegates are welcome to bring lunch with them.

Registration – Open below!

Note: By registering for and attending this event, you acknowledge that photographs and/or video recordings may be taken. These images may be used by the Royal Entomological Society for promotional, educational, and archival purposes, including publication on our website, social media, and printed materials. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please inform a member of the organising team on arrival or contact us in advance at events@royensoc.co.uk.

Registration Deadline: 17:00 (BST), Friday 13 November

Standard registration cost RES Student£5RES Member£10RES Associate Member or Non Member£15
