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Taking measurements is just one part of the surveying process. This activity introduces you to plotting dumpy level measurements to create a clear ground profile diagram. By working with real survey data, you will practise turning numerical height readings into a visual representation of the landscape, developing skills used in archaeology, surveying, and construction.

Being able to create a basic map of the land is a key skill that will help you understand the landscape around you and identify important natural and human-made features and how these changed over time. 

Pests! What are they good for? Well, in terms of our environment and biodiversity, insects are extremely important for our planet. In museums, we understand this importance, which is why everything we do is about trying to prevent pests getting in. However, when this isn't possible or an infestation breaks out, our next priority must be the safeguarding of our collection.

In the in-person event, the participants learnt how to take what are known as ‘tissue puffs’ and ‘tissue rolls’, which are used when packing museum objects.