Summer at the Buckingham palace

Video: Conserving King Edward VII & Queen Alexandra’s 1902 Coronation

Step into the splendour of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra’s 1902 Coronation. In a striking departure from British tradition, Edward commissioned two gilded thrones from a French firm, while Alexandra dazzled in a gold silk gown by French couturier Morin Blossier.

Watch our film to discover how the royal couple shaped Edwardian fashion and taste, and discover the conservation work done in preparation for the exhibition The Edwardians: Age of Elegance.

Digital event: Treasures from the World of King James VI & I

Marking the 400 year anniversary of King James VI & I’s death, Kate Anderson, Senior Curator, National Galleries of Scotland will delve into the rich visual and material world of the first monarch to unite the kingdoms of Scotland, England and Ireland. The talk will shed light on the significant role that art and objects played in the Jacobean period.OnlineTuesday, 10 June 14:00 BST

Top things to see and do at Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle was founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, and has since been the home of 40 monarchs. Plan a visit this summer to experience 1,000 years of royal history.

For a special experience book an Exclusive Evening Tour with one of our expert guides in August.

LGBTQ+ stories from the Royal Collection

Diverse forms of love and identity have always existed, but LGBTQ+ experiences have often been left out of history or rewritten. In this article we highlight some stories of diversity and LGBTQ+ identities across different periods and cultures.

Retouching in Portrait Photography

Retouching is as old as photography itself. It can be as simple as cropping an image or as complex as removing entire backgrounds. But before the digital age, it demanded hours of meticulous, hands-on work.

Discover the fascinating techniques that some of the most iconic photographers of the 20th century used to enhance their images in our article.

Last few places: Manuscript Illumination Course

In this five-day immersive course, you will delve into the illustrious history of illuminated manuscripts, exploring how these exquisite works inspired William Morris. You will explore the ancient technique of painting on calfskin vellum, learn to work with pigments from botanical and mineral sources, then try your hand at traditional gilding methods to bring light to the page with gold leaf.

7-11 July

The King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts, London

From the Shop: inspired by the East Wing of Buckingham Palace

Browse our new range which draws inspiration from the exquisite Chinese-themed masterpieces in the East Wing of Buckingham Palace.