REBUILDING HMS BEAGLE
THE RIGHT TEAM
Over the course of 18 months, an expert team will research, design and build a new version of Commander Robert FitzRoy’s ship HMS Beagle, based on naval records and the descriptions of those who sailed aboard her. The team is led by Detlev Loell and Partners, experts in building historic ships… Read more
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FUNDACIÓN BEAGLE
The Chilean Fundación Beagle team will work locally to raise funds to rebuild HMS Beagle and a new Chilean-built research vessel. The organisation will also develop regional science and learning programmes.
RECRUITING VOLUNTEERS
We're looking for volunteer support on fundraising, picture and historical research tasks. If you're interested, please email admin@hmsbeagleproject.org, stating which areas interest you, how much time you can commit, and what related experience you have.
AUSTRALIAN EXPANSION
The Project plans to extend its educational and funding outreach in Australia following a well-received event at the Royal Institution of Australia in Adelaide, December 2011, and with the support of a new volunteer, Sarah Kellett, and her science blog.
HOME PORT SEARCH
The search is underway for the UK port where the new Beagle will be built. Gloucester, seen here, is one option, and others include Milford Haven, Cowes, Bristol, Woodbridge/Ipswich and more. Register for updates on our home page!
NEW PARTNERS
We've just joined forces with the Garden Museum, a hub for natural science outreach and a great London venue (and home to Captain Bligh's tomb!). Watch for news of a Plant-hunters collaboration later this year.
BRAZILIAN EXPEDITION
In September 2009, the HMS Beagle Project coordinated a major collaborative celebration of Charles Darwin's life and work in Paraty, Brazil. Supported by a British Council Darwin Now Network grant, marine research scientists from South America, the USA and the UK... Read more
CHILEAN WORKSHOPS
In May 2011, the HMS Beagle Project team held a successful series of workshops with senior officials, business leaders, scientists and educators in Santiago, Chile, to develop plans for scientific and learning programmes across the country.
Download Spanish news coverage in El Mercurio.
COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGY
We are developing a global cross-platform communications strategy to satisfy the information needs of a range of audiences. The first stage is a new visual identity and website, developed by design agency M/A and communication specialists Strategic Content.
