National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London

National Maritime Museum
Romney Road
Greenwich
Greater London
SE10 9NF
England

Website

Main museum website

www.nmm.ac.uk

Collections online

www.nmm.ac.uk/collections

PortCities London

www.portcities.org.uk/london

Royal Observatory blog

www.nmm.ac.uk/rog

Caird Library blog

www.nmm.ac.uk/library

E-mail

Bookings

bookings@nmm.ac.uk

Caird Library

library@nmm.ac.uk

Telephone

Museum switchboard

020 8858 4422

Recorded information line

020 8312 6565

Bookings

020 8312 6608

Venue hire

020 8312 6693

Library

020 8312 6516

All information is supplied by the venues or providers themselves and every effort is made to ensure it is correct. Please remember to double check opening hours with the venue concerned before making a special visit.
National Maritime Museum, Queen's House and Royal Observatory, Greenwich
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The National Maritime Museum, Greenwich consists of three linked sites: the Maritime Galleries, the Royal Observatory and the 17th-century Queen's House. Set among the beautiful scenery and architecture of Maritime Greenwich World Heritage Site, the Museum incorporates the Prime Meridian of the world and London's only planetarium.

Venue Type:

Museum, Library, Archive, Gallery, Heritage site, Science centre, Ship or maritime heritage site, Garden, parklands or rural site

 Opening hours

Daily, 10.00-17.00
Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.

All three sites close early on 31 December and open late on 1 January and on the occasion of the London Marathon each year. Late summer opening times apply. For further information visit nmm.ac.uk

 Admission charges

Admission free. Charges apply to planetarium shows and some special exhibitions and events. For further information visit nmm.ac.uk

 General services and facilities
  • Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
  • Foreign language audio guide available
  • Foreign language leaflet or brochure available
  • Guided tours
  • Information point provided
  • Pre-booking service for groups
  • Auditorium
  • Cafeteria
  • Gardens open to public
  • Refreshments
  • Restaurant
  • Shop
 Children and families
  • Activities for pre-school children
  • Events and resources for children and families
  • Baby changing facilities
 Disability access
  • Braille information and/or interpretation
  • Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities
  • Induction loops in exhibition spaces
  • Induction loops in lecture theatres
  • Large print information and/or interpretation
  • Sign language interpretation available
  • Touch exhibits
  • Parking for disabled available
  • Toilets for disabled
  • Wheelchair access to some public areas
  • Wheelchairs available for loan
 Schools services and facilities
  • Direct teaching services for schools
  • Member of staff available with responsibility for education
  • Primary school education service available
  • Printed/audio-visual information available for schools
  • Secondary school education service available
  • Education facilities available
  • Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
 Research and adult learning
  • Academic publications and resources available
  • Adult lectures and courses held
  • Loan service
  • Teaching/resources available for HE/FE students
  • Library
  • Library with public access
  • Research facilities for academics
  • Study facilities
 Commercial and hire services
  • Licensed for weddings
  • Facilities for private functions and events
  • Meeting room available

Additional info

There is limited parking at weekends for cars and motorcycles.
Please call in advance for:
Disabled parking
Guided tours
Library visits

The Queen's House is a registered wedding venue.

National Maritime Museum
Romney Road
Greenwich
Greater London
SE10 9NF
England

Website

Main museum website

www.nmm.ac.uk

Collections online

www.nmm.ac.uk/collections

PortCities London

www.portcities.org.uk/london

Royal Observatory blog

www.nmm.ac.uk/rog

Caird Library blog

www.nmm.ac.uk/library

E-mail

Bookings

bookings@nmm.ac.uk

Caird Library

library@nmm.ac.uk

Telephone

Museum switchboard

020 8858 4422

Recorded information line

020 8312 6565

Bookings

020 8312 6608

Venue hire

020 8312 6693

Library

020 8312 6516

All information is supplied by the venues or providers themselves and every effort is made to ensure it is correct. Please remember to double check opening hours with the venue concerned before making a special visit.

The National Maritime Museum's collections contain over two million items relating to seafaring, navigation, astronomy and time measurement. The collections include Nelson's Trafalgar uniform and the Harrison Chronometers.

The Museum is committed to improving access to its collections and over 10,000 objects are now available online: www.nmm.ac.uk/collections

Collection details

Archaeology, Architecture, Archives, Coins and Medals, Costume and Textiles, Decorative and Applied Art, Design, Fine Art, Maritime, Performing Arts, Personalities, Photography, Science and Technology, Social History, Trade and Commerce, Weapons and War, World Cultures

Key artists and exhibits

  • The Prime Meridian of the World
  • Peter Harrison Planetarium
  • The Queen's House Tulip Stairs and Great Hall
  • John Harrison's famous chronometers
  • Nelson's bullet-pierced coat
  • Relics from the tragic Franklin and Scott voyages
  • New Visions contemporary art programme
  • The Caird Library, including specialist collections for researching family history

Collections services

  • General guide to collections available
  • Public access available to collections information
  • Specialist publications on collections available
  • Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)

National Maritime Museum
Romney Road
Greenwich
Greater London
SE10 9NF
England

Website

Main museum website

www.nmm.ac.uk

Collections online

www.nmm.ac.uk/collections

PortCities London

www.portcities.org.uk/london

Royal Observatory blog

www.nmm.ac.uk/rog

Caird Library blog

www.nmm.ac.uk/library

E-mail

Bookings

bookings@nmm.ac.uk

Caird Library

library@nmm.ac.uk

Telephone

Museum switchboard

020 8858 4422

Recorded information line

020 8312 6565

Bookings

020 8312 6608

Venue hire

020 8312 6693

Library

020 8312 6516

All information is supplied by the venues or providers themselves and every effort is made to ensure it is correct. Please remember to double check opening hours with the venue concerned before making a special visit.
Exhibition details are listed below, you may need to scroll down to see them all.

Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2010, at The Royal Observatory, Greenwich

27 February — 10 September 2010 *on now

Featuring images of the Moon, distant galaxies and the marvels of deep space, this new exhibition showcases the award-winning photographs from the Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2010 competition.

Suitable for

  • All ages

When

10am-5pm

Where

Royal Observatory, Greenwich

Admission

Free, open daily 10.00 - 17.00

Toy Boats

1 May — 31 October 2010 *on now

Showcasing a diverse array of Victorian and Edwardian toy boats launched, sailed - and sunk - by children and adults alike from 1850 onwards. Exhibition developed in collaboration with Musee national de la Marine, Paris.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly
  • All ages

When

10am-5pm

Admission

Free, open daily 10.00 - 17.00

We are Astronomers at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich

16 October 2010 — 11 February 2011

Narrated by David Tennant. Discover how astronomers have attempted to uncover the true origins of the Universe, from Galileo's first telescope observations to today's effort to recreate the Big Bang. Explore the Deep Space network and travel at the speed of light in this captivating show.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly
  • All ages

When

12-12am

Where

Peter Harrison Planetarium

Admission

Adults £6.50, children/concession £4.50, family ticket £17.50.
Tickets are available to purchase online and by calling 020 8312 6608.
Online: www.nmm.ac.uk/visit/planetarium-shows/
E.mail: bookings@nmm.ac.uk
(Bookings office open 10.00-16.00)

National Maritime Museum
Romney Road
Greenwich
Greater London
SE10 9NF
England

Website

Main museum website

www.nmm.ac.uk

Collections online

www.nmm.ac.uk/collections

PortCities London

www.portcities.org.uk/london

Royal Observatory blog

www.nmm.ac.uk/rog

Caird Library blog

www.nmm.ac.uk/library

E-mail

Bookings

bookings@nmm.ac.uk

Caird Library

library@nmm.ac.uk

Telephone

Museum switchboard

020 8858 4422

Recorded information line

020 8312 6565

Bookings

020 8312 6608

Venue hire

020 8312 6693

Library

020 8312 6516

All information is supplied by the venues or providers themselves and every effort is made to ensure it is correct. Please remember to double check opening hours with the venue concerned before making a special visit.
Events details are listed below. You may need to scroll down or click on headers to see them all. For events that don't have a specific date see the 'Resources' tab above.

Halloween Star Party, The Royal Observatory, Greenwich

29 October 2010

A truly unique experience for Halloween, taking place in the evening after the site is closed to general visitors. The programme includes a Halloween planetarium show and a chance to look at colourful double stars through the gigantic 28-inch telescope. Also includes hot chocolate, mulled wine and trick or treat goody bags for children.

Suitable for

  • Family friendly
  • Especially for children

When

From 6pm

Where

Royal Observatory, Greenwich: Courtyard; 28-inch Telescope; Planetarium

Admission

£20 per person, £70 family ticket (family ticket = 2 adults, 2 children OR 1 adult, 3 children)
Booking: (Debit and Credit Card only) Tel: 020 8312 6608. The Bookings office is open 10.00-16.00.
Online: www.nmm.ac.uk/tickets

National Maritime Museum
Romney Road
Greenwich
Greater London
SE10 9NF
England

Website

Main museum website

www.nmm.ac.uk

Collections online

www.nmm.ac.uk/collections

PortCities London

www.portcities.org.uk/london

Royal Observatory blog

www.nmm.ac.uk/rog

Caird Library blog

www.nmm.ac.uk/library

E-mail

Bookings

bookings@nmm.ac.uk

Caird Library

library@nmm.ac.uk

Telephone

Museum switchboard

020 8858 4422

Recorded information line

020 8312 6565

Bookings

020 8312 6608

Venue hire

020 8312 6693

Library

020 8312 6516

All information is supplied by the venues or providers themselves and every effort is made to ensure it is correct. Please remember to double check opening hours with the venue concerned before making a special visit.
Resources listed here may include websites, bookable tours and workshops, books, loan boxes and more. You may need to scroll down or click on headers to see them all.
 Digital and online resources

Great Bear, Little Bear

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/server/show/nav.3454

House for a Queen

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/server/show/ConWebDoc.20875

In this active session children discover the history of the Queen's House – originally a 'house of delight' for Queen Henrietta Maria, wife of Charles I – and explore some of the features that make this very special building unique.
The session provides children with opportunities to explore patterns, decoration and structures, and to use vocabulary associated with the interior and exterior features of the buildings.

How to obtain

This session is only available to schools groups and must be booked in advance:
call +44 (0)20 8312 8575
fax +44 (0)20 8312 6522
e-mail bookings@nmm.ac.uk

Leading Lives – Leadership lessons from Elizabeth I and Ernest Shackleton

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/server/show/ConWebDoc.20278

Through their stories, students will examine some of the key themes within the leadership module of their Business Studies course, including: management styles; leading in a crisis; team-building; the promotion of a strong image and corporate 'brand'.

How to obtain

This session is only available to schools and college groups and must be booked in advance:
call +44 (0)20 8312 8575
fax +44 (0)20 8312 6522
e-mail bookings@nmm.ac.uk

Meet Trim, the Ship’s Cat

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/server/show/ConWebDoc.20264

An interactive session about the real adventures of Trim, ship’s cat and friend of 18th-century British explorer Matthew Flinders. Children explore images, objects and other evidence to bring this true story to life.

How to obtain

This session is only available to schools groups and must be booked in advance:
call +44 (0)20 8312 8575
fax +44 (0)20 8312 6522
e-mail bookings@nmm.ac.uk

Orion the Hunter

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/stories-of-the-skies/orion/

Planet Ocean Quiz

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/upload/package/10/newquiz/index.htm

PortCities London

http://www.portcities.org.uk/london/server/show/nav.001

Use this website to explore the history of maritime London from Roman settlements to today's Docklands. Find out about the individuals and events that have contributed to its wealth and importance, and discover the communities who have made this great port city their home.

The Adventures of Tintin at Sea

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/tintinfun/

The Story of Trim the Cat

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/schools/resources/trim-the-cat/

 Face to face resources

Magical Voyages

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/server/show/ConWebDoc.20263

Meet 'Sailaway Jo' and embark on a wonderful journey around the Museum. This actor-led session takes children on a voyage of discovery using rhythm, rhyme, drama and movement to learn about the ways in which people have travelled across the sea.
An unforgettable museum experience for the very young!

How to obtain

This session is only available to schools groups and must be booked in advance:
call +44 (0)20 8312 8575
fax +44 (0)20 8312 6522
e-mail bookings@nmm.ac.uk

My First Visit

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/server/show/ConWebDoc.21055

A very special introduction to the Museum, tailor-made for our youngest visitors. In these hands-on, multi-sensory taught sessions, children explore treasures of the Museum's unique collection through role-play, games, puzzles, riddles, and handling real objects.

How to obtain

This session is only available to schools groups and must be booked in advance:
call +44 (0)20 8312 8575
fax +44 (0)20 8312 6522
e-mail bookings@nmm.ac.uk

 Paper-based and downloads

A Tudor and Stuart Christmas at the Queen's House

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/tudor-and-stuart-christmas/a-tudor-and-stuart-christmas-at-the-queens-house

Vikings Online

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/schools/resources/vikings-support-materials

This set of downloadable PDF documents has been specially written for teachers. They contain teachers' notes, classroom activiites and clear illustrations to support children studying the Vikings as raiders, traders and settlers.

How to obtain

Download from website.

 Resources

Tudor Exploration

http://www.nmm.ac.uk/TudorExploration/NMMFLASH/

National Maritime Museum
Romney Road
Greenwich
Greater London
SE10 9NF
England

Website

Main museum website

www.nmm.ac.uk

Collections online

www.nmm.ac.uk/collections

PortCities London

www.portcities.org.uk/london

Royal Observatory blog

www.nmm.ac.uk/rog

Caird Library blog

www.nmm.ac.uk/library

E-mail

Bookings

bookings@nmm.ac.uk

Caird Library

library@nmm.ac.uk

Telephone

Museum switchboard

020 8858 4422

Recorded information line

020 8312 6565

Bookings

020 8312 6608

Venue hire

020 8312 6693

Library

020 8312 6516

All information is supplied by the venues or providers themselves and every effort is made to ensure it is correct. Please remember to double check opening hours with the venue concerned before making a special visit.
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