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Book launch: The Gods Smiled by Shirley Baker
Come and celebrate the launch of Shirley Baker's biography at the National Maritime Museum
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Women's History Month
Celebrate the knowledge and achievements of pioneering women
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Salons in the Queen's House: The business(es) of Black women: Black women, labour and employment in the 18th century
Join researcher Dr Montaz Marché to learn about the experiences of Black women in the 18th-century working world
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Salons in the Queen's House: Women and maritime mapmaking in the early 19th century
Learn about the women who overcame barriers to make maps and nautical instruments with researcher Pragya Agarwal
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Making Waves
Stories of incredible women at sea
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Making Waves: Dr Dawn Wright
Oceanographer and chief scientist Dr Dawn Wright on diving to the deepest part of the ocean – and why we need to stand up for our blue planet
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Making Waves: Jane Maddocks
Maritime archaeologist Jane Maddocks shares her experiences diving on some of Britain’s most famous wrecks – and why we need to protect our underwater cultural heritage
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Making Waves: Gail McGarva
Gail McGarva explains how her passion for traditional wooden boatbuilding took hold
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Full Moon calendar 2026
Check the dates for every full Moon throughout the year, learn about the Moon's phases, 'supermoons' and more