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27 mar 2024 · In 1873 Wren’s building (the Greenwich Hospital) became the Royal Naval College (closed 1996). The University of Greenwich and Trinity College of Music now hold classes there. The ensemble of the college and the National Maritime Museum has been described as one of the most finely balanced architectural compositions in the London area.
6 giorni fa · The National Maritime Museum is formed from the Queen's House and two separate wings, joined by colonnades. See the separate page for information on the Queen's House. The museum was first opened in 1937. The west and east wings, plus the linking colonnades, were built in 1807-16 by Daniel Alexander. They were built as extensions to the Naval ...
4 giorni fa · What is now the Dreadnought Library building was designed to replace wards in the Royal Naval Hospital used for infirmary purposes and to house 'Helpless Pensioners' (that is, those without legs, or otherwise unable to look after themselves). By 1763, at the end of the Seven Years' War, the Royal Hospital was owed £80,000 in prize money by the ...
29 mar 2024 · Exhibition 'Chocolate House: Greenwich' in Old Royal Naval College. A new exhibition invites you to discover the key role chocolate played in the revival of Greenwich. Step back in time to the 18th century, and discover the history and appeal of chocolate with a recreation of Grace and Thomas Tosier’s famous ‘royal’ Chocolate House.
22 mar 2024 · About. Join the Old Royal Naval College for an exclusive adventure into Wren’s Dome. Only six people at a time will be able to see and hear about the creation of this remarkable building from an expert guide, unravelling secrets of the space rarely open to the public.
20 apr 2024 · Royal Observatory Greenwich + The Painted Hall. Book once and enhance your experience with this convenient combination of must sees
5 giorni fa · Greenwich Pier is used by smaller-sized cruise ships, megayachts, and riverboats. The next photo shows the Pier, not the Tier. Greenwich cruise terminal is very close to National Maritime Museum. Other popular among tourist sites located nearby are Greenwich Royal Park, Queen's House, Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich Market, Royal Observatory.
