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James Webb Space Telescope: three years on
Join us for an online Members lecture to learn more about the James Webb Space Telescope three years after its launch with a Royal Observatory astronomer
Cutty Sark learning blog
Ahoy and welcome to the Cutty Sark learning blog! Sailing a ship is a tricky business but this blog aims to help explain how sailing ships work and the purpose of some of the tools on board.
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St Paul and Amsterdam
This blog threads together a selection of items from the collections of the Caird Library and Archive that record the experiences of seafarers visiting the islands of St Paul and Amsterdam in the southern Indian Ocean.
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Santa’s Grotto at the Queen’s House Relaxed Sessions
Meet Santa and journey to a magical wonderland in these quieter sessions, ideal for neurodivergent and SEND visitors and those with sensory sensitivities. Pre-booking recommended
Santa's Grotto at the Queen's House: frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about your visit to Santa's Grotto
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What and when is the autumnal equinox?
When is the autumnal equinox, what date does the autumnal equinox fall on and when does summer end?
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Making Waves: Inka Cresswell
How wildlife filmmaker Inka Cresswell is inspiring the next generation to save our seas
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Polar Day
Every November, we host a brrr-illiant day of polar science for families at the National Maritime Museum