Black sailors, entrepreneurs and writers of 18th century Greenwich workshops.
​Commissioned by the Old Royal Naval College

This free workshop highlights the history of black free and enslaved people in the 18th century. Learn about the complexities faced by black sailors, merchants, and writers as they passed through Greenwich. Explore themes of empire, trade, naval power, and monarchy as you consider the lives of the naval veterans who retired to this site after their service at sea.

Book your visit today

To book a visit for your class please fill in the form in the link below and a member of staff from the College will be in touch.