Thursday 1 August 2013

Royal Museums Greenwich August Newsletter
Visions of the Universe exhibition open until 15 September

Top reviews and special events
Until 15 September. Members go free

If you haven't yet caught it don't miss the awe-inspiring Visions of the Universe, which has been wowing visitors with amazing pictures of beautiful galaxies, spectacular nebulae and millions of shimmering stars in a breath-taking collection of some of the most incredible images of our universe.

During August get involved in our Photographing the Night practical evening course, or Out of this World family tour and workshop. Members' discounts available.

Book your tickets for the exhibition and events at rmg.co.uk/visions

Summer family fun: Message in a Bottle
Free activities for all ages throughout August

Throughout history people have set adrift small messages in bottles at sea. Come along to our FREE fun activities for all ages exploring Britain's past and 'Nelson's Ship in a Bottle' by artist Yinka Shonibare MBE; from story-telling and perfomances to craft workshops and walking trails.
Find out more at rmg.co.uk/families
Message in a Bottle: Summer family fun at the National Maritime Museum

Alice Kettle: The Garden of England
Last chance to see!

Don't miss your final opportunity to see the beautiful installations at the Queen's House by top textile artist Alice Kettle, bringing the space to life in new ways and capturing the flamboyance of the Stuart court.
Find out more at rmg.co.uk/alicekettle
Alice Kettle: The Garden of England. Until 18 August

International Slavery Remembrance Day
Friday 23 August | 11.30 - 16.00

Thought-provoking workshops, talks, archive sessions and gallery tours to commemorate the anniversary of the first successful slave uprising, in Haiti in 1791. Join us for this special day of free activities for all ages culminating in a ceremony of remembrance on the waterfront.
Find out more at rmg.co.uk/slavery
International Slavery Remembrance Day 2013

Aliens, Dinosaurs and Venus up close
Fascinating events at the Royal Observatory

See the planet Venus through our giant telescope atdaytime observing sessions, learn about the age of the dinosaurs in our live Summer Science show, or encounter aliens in a planetarium Sci-Fi movie screening and our Alien Revolution display.
Find out more at rmg.co.uk
'The Great Moon Hoax' - Alien Revolution at the Royal Observatory

A summer at sea
Family fun aboard the Cutty Sark

Sail away above and below the waves this month with activities for all ages aboard the famous clipper, from sailing skills to creative workshops, and tales of voyages on the high seas.
Find out more at rmg.co.uk/cuttysark
 
Family fun activities at Cutty Sark