November events for adults and children.
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:
- Bring the whole family to Greenwich for half-term science and innovation workshops in the National Maritime Museum and Queen’s House.
- Visit the new Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition for free at the National Maritime Museum.
- Discover different characters from history and hear their fascinating stories.
Women of the RNLI: Until 1 December 2024, 10am – 5pm
Celebrating the work of women in the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. Featuring striking photography, personal testimony and breathtaking film, the exhibition offers a window into the lives of volunteers across the UK and Ireland. Admission FREE.
Astronomy Photographer of the Year 16: Daily from 13 September 2024
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. The winners of the competition’s nine categories, two special prizes and the overall winner will be announced on Thursday 12 September, Admission FREE.
Feeling Blue: Daily 10.00 – 17.00
Feeling Blue is a brand-new commission from Royal Museums Greenwich. It was created by multidisciplinary artist Alberta Whittle and Dovecot Studios in Edinburgh. Currently on display in the Queen’s Presence Chamber in the Queen’s House, the tapestry is rooted in maritime traditions. With its array of colours, striking design and text, it’s hard not to be taken in by this vibrant tapestry. Admission FREE.
Remembrance Day: A Call to Mind 17 November 2024 12.30 – 16.00
Visit the National Maritime Museum for talks and tours, dance performances and more to mark Remembrance Day
Half-Term Activities: 26 October – 3 November 2024
There will be daily activities at the National Maritime Museum and Queen’s House during the half-term break, including creative workshops exploring the science and innovation in RMG’s collection. See website for all family and children’s activities and events including; Safe Harbour; SENsory Sailors; Play Tuesdays; Discover Sundays; Character Encounters; LGBT+ Family Network; Saturday Art Club; Family Trails and Backpacks at the National Maritime Museum and Family Trails and Backpacks at the Queen’s House.
PRINCE PHILIP MARITIME COLLECTIONS CENTRE
Saturday Super Store Tours: 2 November 2024
Gain an insight into the treasures of RMG’s collection with a tour of the stores at the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre. The specialist tour guides will lead visitors through a sprinkling of the 2.5 million objects and archives in the Royal Museums Greenwich collection. Admission: Adult £12
CoderDojo: 2 November 2024
The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre's CoderDojo is a free coding club for young people interested in programming. The monthly club consists of 90 minutes of programming; in which participants can take part in an array of specially designed coding activities
National Maritime Museum: Open daily 10am – 5pm
Further Information: Royal Museums Greenwich | Home (rmg.co.uk)