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John Dee (1527-1608/9) was a brilliant mathematician, antiquary and astrologer, during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.

The turbulent years of the First World War witnessed a myriad of human experiences, among which the stories of British prisoners of war (POWs) stand as testaments to resilience, endurance, and the human spirit.

Discover the achievements of one of Britain's most iconic engineers

A quest to uncover the identity of a female naval officer in the collection

How do galleries move and hang artworks? Follow what happens as curators, conservators and art handlers prepare for an exciting new display at the Queen's House

English naturalist Charles Darwin (1809 -1882) developed groundbreaking theories on evolution following a five-year expedition on board HMS Beagle.

Before time became standardised, different areas of the country all kept their own 'local time'. This gold traveller's watch with two minute hands shows how tricky that could be

Listen to interviews with shortlisted and winning entrants from the 2023 competition

Queer History Club researcher Ema explores the lives of people raised as women who lived and sailed as men in the 19th century