Painted Hall Display: Letter written by Sir Christopher Wren
On October 11, 1700, Sir Christopher Wren wrote a letter in his own hand to Thomas Gilbert, Overseer of the King’s Quarries of the Isle of Portland requesting a supply of 2,000 tons of Portland stone for the building of the Royal Hospital for Seamen, Greenwich.
This letter, alongside information on the significance of Portland Stone, and explaining how the stone was brought from Dorset to London will be exhibited in the Painted Hall vestibule from 25 February to commemorate Christopher Wren’s death.
Please note: This exhibition is included in the general entry ticket price.
The Wren 300 Baroque Chapel Concert
Fri 12 May | 6.30pm - 7.30pm
An evening of baroque music in Chapel, featuring the Brandenburg Symphonia alongside the thirty-five strong Trinity Laban Chapel Choir.
Find out moreFun in gWRENwich
May Half-Term & Summer Holidays | 11am - 4pm
A series of free family events exploring the theme of architecture through play, design and photography.
Find out moreWren Tours: 300 Years of Wren
9 Mar - 28 Sept 2023 | 11am & 1pm
To commemorate the tercentenary of the death of Sir Christopher Wren, a special tour has been devised looking at the outstanding impact he made on this site.
Find out more