
Upcoming closures
Gallery/Area | Dates affected | Times affected |
Long-term closures due to roof works at the National Maritime Museum
Essential improvements to the glass roof glazing of the National Maritime Museum are currently taking place. The central court and areas beneath the glass roof will be closed during renovations. The table below lists out the affected spaces and galleries in full.
In rare instances we may also have to close certain areas of the Museum at short notice, in order to install new exhibits or care for objects on display.
Gallery/Area | Dates affected | Location |
Romney Road entrance, shop and facilities | Closed until 7 June 2025 | Ground floor |
Ocean Court | Closed until 7 June 2025 | Ground floor |
AHOY! Gallery | Closed until 7 June 2025 | Ground floor |
Maritime London gallery | Closed until 7 June 2025 | Ground floor |
Group Space | Closed until 7 June 2025 | Ground floor |
Lecture Theatre | Open for events only | Ground floor |
Seminar Room | Open for events only | Ground floor |
Map and Café | Closed until 7 June 2025 | First floor |
Poles Apart: Explore the World of RRS Sir David Attenborough | Closed until 7 June 2025 | First floor |
Members' Room | Closed until 7 June 2025 | First floor |
Bridge gallery and ship simulator | Closed until 7 June 2025 | Second floor |
Multi-faith room | Closed until 7 June 2025 | Second floor |

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