Rosanna Harris says being an actor and owning a performing arts school "is the best of both worlds".
The museum says Bate paved the way for future women in science.
Seb, 11, starts his secondary school journey after three years of gruelling blood cancer treatment.
A charity wants to use an empty Grade II* listed building to house thousands of artefacts.
It says the plaque for Dorothea Bate will highlight her fascination with wildlife and nature.
Commuters are told to expect delays and cancellations.
They look glamorous on screen but filming plays a vital role in keeping stately homes open.
The new construction allows the team to access parts of the site that need care.
The discount retailer says it is also investing about £43m in revamping more than 70 UK shops.
