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Four Hundred Years of Spectacle and Glamour!

Four Hundred Years of Spectacle and Glamour!

May 5, 2022
This year we mark the 400th anniversary of the building of the Banqueting House, ...
What’s in a date? The Use and Usefulness of Anniversaries

What’s in a date? The Use and Usefulness of Anniversaries

April 14, 2022
Anniversaries of important historic events infest our calendars. Why do we choose to celebrate ...
Royal Wetnurses: the ‘Foster Mothers’ of the Georgian Nursery

Royal Wetnurses: the ‘Foster Mothers’ of the Georgian Nursery

March 24, 2022
Ahead of Mother’s Day, we share the lesser-known histories of the women employed as ...
The Jewish History of the Tower of London

The Jewish History of the Tower of London

March 11, 2022
Last month saw the public launch of Historic Royal Palace’s new research project investigating ...
Edward I’s Santa Suit: Christmas in the Medieval Palace

Edward I’s Santa Suit: Christmas in the Medieval Palace

December 10, 2021
It’s December and many of us will be rushing about looking for gifts for ...
Hampton Court Palace during the First World War

Hampton Court Palace during the First World War

November 19, 2021
Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday give us annual pause to think about the immense ...
The Life of Edward Francis: Black history at the Tower of London

The Life of Edward Francis: Black history at the Tower of London

November 15, 2021
Misha Ewen, Curator of Inclusive History, reflects upon her research on the life of ...
The First World War at the palaces: the Indian Army camp at Hampton Court

The First World War at the palaces: the Indian Army camp at Hampton...

November 10, 2021
Standing With Giants installation at Hampton Court Palace © Historic ...
Toiles inspired by royal designers, featured in the exhibition.

Royal Style in the Making: Meet the toile designers

November 9, 2021
Diana, Princess of Wales' 'going away' outfit, designed by David ...
Gunpowder, Treason and Prejudice: Guy Fawkes at the Tower of London

Gunpowder, Treason and Prejudice: Guy Fawkes at the Tower of London

November 5, 2021
This weekend in 1605, the British government brought Guy Fawkes to the Tower of ...
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