Caird Library Events

Important information for visitors

Until summer 2025, there is a new visitor route at the National Maritime Museum while we carry out essential improvements to the Museum's roof. Most galleries will still be open as normal, and special exhibitions are currently free for all visitors. However, the Great Map and AHOY! will be closed for the duration of the works. Find out more.

Essential Information

Location	National Maritime Museum

18 Jul 2013

22 July 11:00 - 12:00 noon National Maritime Museum; Caird Library; Quiet Study room

Introduction to the Caird Library

View a selection of the Caird Library’s rare manuscripts on maritime history, including personal letters and diaries.

25 July 18:30-19:30pm National Maritime Museum; Ground floor; Seminar room Treasures of the Caird Library: Rare Astronomy Books

View some of the Museum's rare astronomy books, including star atlases and some of the earliest visualizations of space.