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Date and times Tuesday 30 September 2025 | 6.30pm

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Royal Museums Greenwich holds a vast cartographic collection dating back to the 13th century. Frustratingly, we are unable to communicate with the makers of these historical works about their methods of production. Today, traditional map and globe making is a dying art.

Join Tim May, Curator of Maps and Mobilities, for an exploration of the museum's unique cartographic collection. This event will also provide a rare opportunity to learn about the heritage techniques employed by two contemporary makers, Leonardo Frigo and Kevin Sheehan. They will share their personal stories and insights into the crafting of handmade maps and globes, followed by a Q&A.

Meet the panel

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Tim May

Tim May

Tim May is Curator of Maps and Mobilities, with a passion for uncovering the diverse histories of the collection. He earned his BA and MPhil in Geography from the University of Cambridge, and PhD in Geography from the University of Durham.

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Leonardo Frigo

Leonardo Frigo

Leonardo Frigo is an Italian artist and globemaker based in London, known for crafting each piece by hand using traditional techniques.

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Kevin Sheehan

Kevin Sheehan

Kevin Sheehan has a PhD in the history of medieval cartography. He combines his knowledge of maps with artistic talent to draw intricate illustrative cartography by hand for his business, Manuscript Maps.

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Images courtesy of Leonardo Frigo and Kevin Sheehan.