Essential information

Type Workshops
Location
Date and times First Saturday of every month | 10.30am-12.30pm
Prices Free

From Object to Art is a monthly craft club at The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre, offering a welcoming space to relax, create and connect with others through making.

Each session introduces a new craft technique, from painting and drawing to textile and much more. Led by experienced facilitators, each session takes inspiration from a theme and object, encouraging participants to experiment and develop their creative skills in a supportive environment.

Whether you're a seasoned maker or trying something new, come and enjoy hands-on activities, meet like-minded people, and take a break from the everyday to immerse yourself in creativity.

Workshops last for 90 minutes and include demonstrations, materials and refreshments. No experience needed – just bring yourself!

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Upcoming sessions

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Terrestrial floor globe. Geographical details on the sphere include two compass cards, one with Italian names and the other with Dutch names of the compass points. California is represented as an island.

Imagining the World: Making Miniature Globes

Saturday 10 January | 10.30am - 12.30pm

Begin the new year with a moment of creativity and reflection.

This workshop invites you to create a miniature papier mâché globe inspired by Royal Museums Greenwich's collection of globes, which is seen as one of the world’s most important globe collections. It features nearly 300 globes spanning from 1537 to the present day.

Led by visual artist, poet and creative practitioner Joel Sydenham, this session brings together hands-on making with gentle exploration of places and how we imagine the world. It offers a welcoming space to pause, reflect, and consider new perspectives as the new year begins.

All materials will be supplied for this session.

Book tickets

Future bookable dates in 2026

  • 10 January
  • 7 February
  • 7 March
  • 4 April
  • 2 May
  • 6 June
  • 8 August
  • 5 September  
  • 3 October
  • 7 November
  • 5 December

Important information

Who is the club suitable for?

This club is suitable for ages 7 and above. 

All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Do I need to have crafting experience to take part?

No experience is necessary—beginners and experts alike are welcome

Is the club free to attend?

Yes.

Where will the sessions take place?

Sessions will be held in the learning space at The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre.

Getting to The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre

The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre is a quick, easy journey from central London by rail or via local bus services.

Address: The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre, Nelson Mandela Road, Kidbrooke, SE3 9QS

By train: You can reach us from central London via direct routes by Cannon Street, London Bridge, Charing Cross and Victoria. Our nearest station is Kidbrooke which is only a 5 minute walk away.

By bus: The following buses stop near the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre: 178, B16, 286, 132

By car: There is limited parking space in our car park but we will prioritise parking for visitors with disabilities. Please pre-book, otherwise we cannot guarantee a place. E-mail: ppmcc@rmg.co.uk 

Getting to Royal Museums Greenwich

What’s on

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Talks and tours

Behind the scenes tours at The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre

Explore the inner workings of Royal Museums Greenwich and see conservation in action on one of our guided tours
Second and fourth Thursday of every month (see page for details) | 1.30pm
Adults: £16 | Members: £12
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Workshops

Coder Dojo

Be inspired by the collection and create computer programmes, animation, art and electronic experiments in response
First or second Saturday of the month (see page for dates)
Free
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Talks and tours

Saturday Super Store Tours

Come behind the scenes and explore the stores at the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
First Saturday of every month at 1.30pm
£12
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Workshops | Art and culture

From Object to Art

Join our community of makers at The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
First Saturday of every month | 10.30am-12.30pm
Free
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Events and festivals | Museum Lates

Art Laughs at the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre

Get ready for a guided tour with a difference, exploring the weird and wonderful collections of Royal Museums Greenwich with comedian Verity Babbs and special guests
Saturday 10 January 2026 | 6pm - 8pm
£20 Adults | £15 Students| £18 Members
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Talks and tours | Museum Lates

Delve Deeper: Specialist tours

Delve deeper into Royal Museums Greenwich's collection on our specialist tours of the Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre for over 18s.
Thursday 5 February 2026 | 7-8.30pm
Adult: £20, Student: £15, Members: £10
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The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre

Come behind the scenes at our state-of-the-art conservation studio