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St Paul and Amsterdam
This blog threads together a selection of items from the collections of the Caird Library and Archive that record the experiences of seafarers visiting the islands of St Paul and Amsterdam in the southern Indian Ocean.
Event
Santa’s Grotto at the Queen’s House Relaxed Sessions
Meet Santa and journey to a magical wonderland in these quieter sessions, ideal for neurodivergent and SEND visitors and those with sensory sensitivities. Pre-booking recommended
Santa's Grotto at the Queen's House: frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about your visit to Santa's Grotto
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What and when is the autumnal equinox?
When is the autumnal equinox, what date does the autumnal equinox fall on and when does summer end?
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Making Waves: Inka Cresswell
How wildlife filmmaker Inka Cresswell is inspiring the next generation to save our seas
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Polar Day
Every November, we host a brrr-illiant day of polar science for families at the National Maritime Museum
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Making Waves: Melissa Reid
Meet Melissa Reid, Paralympic medallist, triple surfing world champion and ocean advocate
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Beyond the Ocean’s Depths: Revisiting the Challenger Expedition (1872-1876) Interdisciplinary Conference
An international group of speakers from the fields of marine science, arts, humanities and museum curation gather at the National Maritime Museum
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Unfit for service: healthcare and welfare in Nelson's Navy
Hidden in the seemingly mundane bureaucratic letters of the Royal Navy lie some fascinating insights into the role of the British state in providing healthcare and welfare to ill and injured seamen.