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Meteor shower guide 2026
Want to see shooting stars? Check the key dates for major meteor showers in the UK in 2026, and how to see them in the night sky
Space Live
Watch the biggest astronomical events live online with astronomers from Royal Observatory Greenwich
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Astrophotography - Our changing view of the Universe
Join astrophotographer Josh Dury as he discusses the importance of protecting our view of the night sky
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Windrush Day 2026
A day of creative workshops, informative talks and discussion to explore the significance of the arrival of HMT Empire Windrush and the legacies of the Windrush generation
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Inspiring architecture at the Queen's House
Refined, stylish, revolutionary – the white cube of the Queen's House influenced centuries of British architecture
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Contemporary art in the Queen's House
From sculpture to paintings, discover the array of art on display in the Queen’s House
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History of the Queen's House
The centre of Greenwich for hundreds of years, the beautiful Queen's House has also been at the heart of royal life
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Great Hall Ceiling
Admire Turner Prize winner Richard Wright's elegant response to the geometric beauty of the Queen’s House
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Explore the world's greatest source of historical maritime images