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The archive collection of John 'Rob Roy' MacGregor

Across the museum’s collections can be found various objects and items related to the exploits of the renowned canoeist John MacGregor (1825-1892). However, our archives contain a small collection of manuscripts documenting his escape as a baby from a burning ship, the Kent.

In memory of Charles Medhurst

On Friday 18 February 2022, we are paying our respects to Charles Medhurst, a World War II veteran, lifelong Greenwich resident and tireless charity fundraiser.

Early charts from the Mediterranean

The Caird Library and Archive’s display case highlighted three colourful charts from the rich cartographic collection of Royal Museums Greenwich.

Paper conservation challenges at the Caird Library

Find out why centuries-old papers often look so much better than decade-old ones.

Sickness and health at sea

The Caird Library and Archive's new display case highlights sickness and healthcare in the Georgian Royal Navy

Protecting human rights in the fishing industry

Exploitation, slavery and even murder have been documented on board modern fishing fleets

'Art helps us feel the urgency of the climate crisis'

Illustrator Amber Cooper-Davies explores how art can respond to climate change

'Artists can work with scientists to confront climate change'

Artist Jamie Ardor highlights the power of visual communication in the face of the climate crisis

Joy and Work: the fate of the German cruise ship Wilhelm Gustloff

This month we investigate an Archive and Library oversize pamphlet (PBB9342) entitled Freude und Arbeit (Joy and Work) dated 1938, Germany.

Thoughts on sea level rise

Artist Sarah Garrod considers her changing relationship with the sea, and the 'watery magic' of wet process photography