How to Draw: Victorian edition

Use our step-by step instructions to have a go at drawing items related to Florence Nightingale.
How to Draw: Victorian edition

Looking for a fun art activity to try at home?

Why not have a go at our ‘How to Draw’ activity sheet. Using simple step-by-step instructions, you will be able to have a go at three different drawings!

In our Victorian edition, you can try Florence Nightingale, her pet owl and the ship she took to the Crimean War.

Activity sheet

Download the activity sheet or copy from your screen - no printer required! All you need is paper, a pencil and your imagination.

Why not share your creations with us on social media using @NAM_London

Download the activity sheet

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Learning resources

Our growing selection of resources are designed to support young people’s learning needs in the classroom, at home or during a visit to the Museum.

Primary

Florence and Mary

Discover the historic contributions of Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole and why they have been remembered (or not) over time.

Primary

Florence and Mary (virtual)

Discover the historic contributions of Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole and why they have been remembered (or not) over time.

Trail

Florence and Mary Gallery Hunt

Go on a hunt to find out more about how Florence and Mary cared for sick and injured soldiers during the Crimean War.

Quiz

Florence and Mary in the Crimean War: Quiz

Put your knowledge of Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole to the test in this interactive quiz.

Home Activity

Marvellous Mary Seacole

Discover more about Mary Seacole and her work with British soldiers during the Crimean War.