Discovering Asian influences
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November 10th, 2010

Gemma Lucas, an intern helping with the development of a new gallery at the NMM, quizzes curator John McAleer about some of the objects that she has discovered.

Behind the scenes at Astronomy Photographer of the Year
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September 28th, 2009

Astronomy Photographer of the Year judge Marek Kulula reveals what makes his perfect astronomy photo. So if you’re planning on entering next year’s competition, tune in to pick up some top tips. Photos by Martin Pugh, Nikhil Shahi, Edward Henry and Sarah Gilligan.

Conservator Paul Cook takes a closer look at Arctic artefacts
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April 1st, 2009

Conservator Paul Cook tells the improbable story of a small hydrogen balloon and its mission to find lost polar explorers.

George Oates from Flickr looks at the Museum’s historic photographs
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November 28th, 2008

George Oates, from the photo-sharing website Flickr, has come to the Museum to search through the stores. Lucinda Donnachie finds out about the historic photographs that George has found.

Meet conservators Caroline Hampton and Virginia Llado-Buisan
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July 31st, 2008

Discover more about the work of paintings conservator Caroline Hampton and paper conservator Virginia Llado-Buisan. They tell us about their hands-on work in preparation for the latest Queen’s House show, Turmoil and Tranquillity.