Skip over main navigation
  • Log in
  • Basket: (0 items)
  • The Vitality Big Half 2020
Royal Museums Greenwich
Login Logout Donate
Menu
  • About us
    • Reasons to donate
    • While we were closed
    • News and successes
    • Your stories
  • Fundraise
    • Donate now
    • Our fundraisers
    • Set up a fundraising page
  • More ways to help
    • Become a Member
    • Become a Patron
    • Remember us in your will
    • Volunteering
  • Appeals
    • Cutty Sark 10 Year Anniversary Appeal
    • London Marathon 2021
    • The Vitality Big Half 2021
  • Leave HRH a lasting legacy
  • Pages
  • Admin
    • Log in
    • The Vitality Big Half 2020
  • Basket: (0 items)
  1. About us

About us

Royal Museums Greenwich comprises the Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark, National Maritime Museum and Queen’s House. Together we’re dedicated to enriching people’s understanding of the sea, the exploration of space, and Britain's role in world history.

Published: 27th May, 2020

Author: Sarah Foster

Share this page
  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Twitter

Latest

  • Cutty Sark 10 Year Anniversary Appeal

    Cutty Sark 10 Year Anniversary Appeal

    The Cutty Sark is 153 years old. Built to last only 30 years, the Tall Ship is the last of her kind. Help secure her future by donating today.

  • Stephen Matthews Story

    Stephen Matthews Story

    We spoke to Chris and Paul Matthews to learn more about what Royal Museums Greenwich means to them and what it meant to their late Father, Mr Stephen Matthews.

  • The Vitality Big Half Marathon 2021

    The Vitality Big Half Marathon 2021

    If running a whole marathon feels like too much of a challenge, why not support the Cutty Sark by joining the team for the Vitality Big Half 2021?

  • In memory of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

    In memory of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

    In memory of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, former Trustee and Patron of Royal Museums Greenwich

Most read

  • Support Royal Museums Greenwich

    Support Royal Museums Greenwich

    There has never been a more important time for you to support Royal Museums Greenwich. By donating, you will help to ensure the preservation of your history and the Collection’s exciting future.

  • The Vitality Big Half Marathon 2021

    The Vitality Big Half Marathon 2021

    If running a whole marathon feels like too much of a challenge, why not support the Cutty Sark by joining the team for the Vitality Big Half 2021?

  • London Marathon 2021

    London Marathon 2021

    Run the London Marathon for Cutty Sark and help support our community programming at this difficult time.

  • In memory of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

    In memory of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

    In memory of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, former Trustee and Patron of Royal Museums Greenwich

  • In Memory of Sir David William Hardy

    In Memory of Sir David William Hardy

    In memory of Sir David William Hardy, former Chairman and Trustee of the National Maritime Museum

  • In memory of Dr Edward Yeadon

    In memory of Dr Edward Yeadon, founding chairman of the Flamsteed Astronomy Society

  • London Marathon 2021

    London Marathon 2021

    London Marathon 2021

  • Figurehead Appeal

    Figurehead Appeal

    The first major project preserving Cutty Sark's future is the carving of a brand-new figurehead.

  • Nannie Appeal: Summer 2021 Update

    Nannie Appeal: Summer 2021 Update

    2019 Appeal was to raise money to re-carve Cutty Sark's figurehead.

  • Cutty Sark 150

    Cutty Sark 150

    The Cutty Sark is 150 years old in 2019. Built to last only 30 years, the Tall Ship is the last of her kind. Help us secure her future.

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
  • Instagram

Useful Links

  • Visit Royal Museums Greenwich
  • Jobs and volunteering
  • Contact us
  • Login
  • My details
  • Log out
  • Search

Website Policies

  • Accessibility
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms and conditions

About Us

Royal Museums Greenwich is a charity and national museum, we are exempt from registration under Schedule 3 of the Charities Act 2011. This means that we are regulated by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) rather than the Charity Commission, and we do not have a charity registration number. 

Join our e-newsletter

Get the latest news and events first.

Sign up


Visit the Fundraising Regulator website