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Who was John Flamsteed, the first Astronomer Royal?
Meet the man tasked with mapping the night sky from Greenwich, and discover how a feud with Isaac Newton shaped the early history of the Royal Observatory
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History of the Royal Observatory
Find out more about the founding of the Royal Observatory, and how Greenwich came to be known as the 'Home of Time'
Event
The Time is Now!
Join us for a series of environmental arts showcases as part of Climate Change Theatre Action 2025, a worldwide festival of short plays about the climate crisis
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Turner's 'The Battle of Trafalgar': a maligned masterpiece?
J.M.W. Turner's vast naval scene is a treasure of the Royal Museums Greenwich collection, but why was it so controversial when it was unveiled in 1824?
Ideas for groups
Ideas to help you plan a memorable group day out at Greenwich
ROG schools expression of interest
Be the first to book your school’s place on the Royal Observatory Greenwich Schools Programme
Event
Niki Gorick: Dock Life
A snapshot of the culture and communities of London’s docklands
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Niki Gorick: Dock Life
A snapshot of the culture and communities of London’s docklands, on display at Cutty Sark
Event
Members' Family Storytelling: Polly Plum, Brave Adventurer
Join author Jonathan Sellars as we delve into the story of Polly Plum, Brave Adventurer
Schools Hub
All you need to know about bookable sessions, resources and opportunities for teachers and pupils at the National Maritime Museum, Queen's House, Cutty Sark and Prince Phillip Maritime Collections Centre