Events for adults and children this February.
A full programme of events for visitors to the historic Greenwich National Maritime Museum, Queen’s House, and Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre. All visitors, including Members, are advised to pre-book their tickets at least 24 hours in advance. Please check rmg.co.uk for the latest information on what is open.
Highlights this month include:
- Explore queer maritime history during a full programme of events celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month.
- Visit the Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition for free at the National Maritime Museum.
- Discover different characters from history and hear their fascinating stories.
Astronomy Photographer of the Year 16: Daily
Astronomy Photographer of the Year is an annual competition featuring the world’s greatest space photography. Photographers from across the globe compete to take home the prestigious title. Over 100 photographs are on show in a special exhibition at the National Maritime Museum, displayed at their best on brilliant lightbox displays.
EVENTS
BSL Tour: Amazing Animals in Maritime History: 15 February 13.15 – 14.15
Join historian and guide John Wilson for a British Sign Language (BSL) tour about animals and discover why Captain Cook always took a goat with him on his expeditions!
Further Information: BSL Tour: Amazing Animals in Maritime History
LGBTQ+ History Month
Out at Sea: 15 – 23 February 2025: 11.00 0 16.00
A family festival celebrating queer maritime history through the ages. See live performances, storytelling and take part in creative workshops for all ages.
Further Information: Out at Sea | LGBTQ+ History Month Events London
Queer History Night: 20 February 2025: 18.00 – 21.00
Join the Queer History Club for an evening of LGBTQ+ history at the Queen’s House.
Further Information: Queer History Night: Cruising the National Maritime Museum
Fierce Queens – En Vogue! 28 February 2025: 19.00 – 23.00
Bringing together performers and historians for an unforgettable night of queer liberation and LGBTQ+ representation, a fabulous line up of cabaret, queer history and much more.
Further Information: Queer History Night: Cruising the National Maritime Museum
FAMILIES AND YOUNG PEOPLE
See website for information on the following events fir families and young children. Safe Harbour; SENsory Sailors; LGBT+ Family Network; Character Encounters; Play Tuesdays; Discover Sundays; Family Trails and Backpacks at the National Maritime Museum and Family Trails and Backpacks at the Queen’s House.
Further Information: Kids at National Maritime Museum | Family-Friendly Museum (rmg.co.uk)
PRINCE PHILIP MARITIME COLLECTIONS CENTRE
Saturday Super Store Tours: 1 February 2025
Gain an insight into the treasures of RMG’s collection with a tour of the stores at the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre.
Behind the Scenes Tour: 13 & 27 February 2025
The best way to access RMG’s extended collection and see conservation in action is through behind-the-scenes tours of the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre.
SENsory Social Club
The SENsory Social Club consists of creative adventures each week inspired by the vast collection at the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
Make, Do and Maintain
Ever wondered how to keep your silver shining or how to mount a picture? Join Prince Philip Maritime Collection Centre’s community of makers and menders.
CoderDojo
The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre's CoderDojo is a free coding club for young people interested in programming.
National Maritime Museum: Open daily 10am – 5pm
Further Information: Royal Museums Greenwich | Home (rmg.co.uk)