September Events at the Royal Observatory

Mirror Moon by Luke Jerram: Daily

A monumental sculpture of the Moon will be installed at the Royal Observatory Greenwich. Multi-disciplinary artist Luke Jerram has used accurate topographic data from NASA to map the textures of the Moon onto a mirror steel surface. For the first time, visitors can run their fingers along the craters, valleys and mountains that define the Moon.

Moon Celebration Week: 12 – 20 September 2026

Visitors are invited to celebrate the wonder of the Moon through a varied line-up of activities exploring Earth's closest celestial neighbour. From observing sessions and expert talks to hands-on workshops, science, history and creativity come together to reveal how the Moon has shaped our understanding of the universe across the centuries.

Observatory Unlocked: Moon  Weekends in September

Join the Observatory Explainers in the Meridian Courtyard for talks and activities exploring our wonderful celestial neighbour, from how it got its craters to how it smells.

Royal Observatory Audio Guide Tour Daily

Download the Royal Observatory audio guide and find your way round the home of Greenwich Mean Time. All that is needed for the tour is a phone and the Smartify app.

ASTRONOMY AT THE NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM

• Astronomers Take Over: Daily
• A playful hands-on experience gives visitors the opportunity to meet astronomers, participate in science demonstrations and ask questions about space.
• Evening of Astrophotography 19 September 2026
• Join Royal Observatory Greenwich astronomers and a panel of expert astrophotographers on International Observe the Moon Night for an inspiring evening.Afterwards, take a look around the spectacular exhibition of shortlisted and winning photographs from ZWO Astronomy
• Unboxing the Universe: Weekends | Friday – Monday during school holidays
• A multi-sensory live science show that turns big space questions into exciting moments of discovery.
• Astronomy LEGO® Brick Club: Every Friday
• An interactive family activity exploring the heritage of astronomy through an interactive LEGO® and DUPLO® brick workshop.
• Little Stars: 3 September 2026
• An interactive storytelling session and social club for families with children under 5.

Further Information: Royal Observatory | Royal Museums Greenwich

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