The British Empire was at its largest in 1919. At this point, there was truth in the saying that the Sun never set on the British Empire. The British Empire was at its largest in 1919, after Britain ...

Please note that this event has now sold out. Visit our families webpage to find out what other activities are available for children at Royal Museums Greenwich. Join Ted and Plant as they explore the ...

After Henry VIII’s death in 1547, Elizabeth went to live with her stepmother, Katherine Parr, leading to a near-disaster. In 1547, Katherine Parr, Elizabeth's stepmother, married Thomas Seymour, the ...

Join us for this live planetarium show to celebrate Diwali, presented by a Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomer. Discover how the Moon's appearance and position in the sky is linked to South Asian ...

You've heard plenty about the planets - now let's explore some moons! We'll begin this morning of science and discovery in our planetarium as we explore the moons of our solar system. Then, join us ...

This World Oceans Day, the National Maritime Museum is excited to reveal four brand new digital artworks. Arts organisation The Collective Makers led an open call for new works in response to the ...

Fairport Convention have been entertaining music lovers for over half a century, with 2024 marking their 57th anniversary! During that time the band that launched British folk-rock has seen many ...

In the building where the painting was first started, a masterpiece is being restored to its former glory – and you can watch as it happens. Visit the Queen's House to experience Conservation in ...

Head to the Queen's House for an evening of musical delights, performed by vocal ensemble, The New Eden Consort. This newly-formed group is made up of students from Trinity Laban Conservatoire of ...

1st prize: Free Royal Museums Greenwich Family Membership for one year. 2nd prize: Free entry for up to six people to a Royal Observatory Greenwich planetarium show of the winner's choice. 3rd prize: ...

Thousands served in the Women’s Royal Naval Service across Britain during the Second World War. All of these ‘Wrens’ were issued with special uniforms, some of which were originally designed for men’s ...

Cutty Sark has been a beloved feature of the London skyline for 70 years. On 10 December 1954 the ship made its final voyage to its new home: a custom-built dry dock in the heart of Greenwich. Since ...