Inside the World’s Largest Ship Model Collection with Simon Stephens

🚢 Inside the World's Largest Ship Model Collection – with Curator Simon Stephens 🌍
Join us for a fascinating conversation with Simon Stephens, longtime curator at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich, London, as we explore the hidden world of historic ship models—some dating back to 1800 BCE!

From naval masterpieces to Shackleton’s legendary lifeboat, Simon shares stories from his 47-year career, including high-tech methods for peering inside models using medical endoscopes and CT scans, uncovering long-lost details and even surprise artifacts.

💡 Topics covered include:

• The scale and scope of the museum’s 4,500+ model collection
• The mysterious Navy Board models
• Cutting-edge conservation techniques
• Simon’s favorite finds—including hidden paintings and a “dead body” (sort of!)
• The remarkable story of the James Caird and Shackleton’s Antarctic rescue
• Behind-the-scenes access to the museum’s model storage and public tours

Whether you're a ship modeler, maritime historian, or just curious about the craft and care behind preserving these miniature marvels, this episode is packed with insights, stories, and inspiration.

📍 Learn more or plan your visit: https://www.rmg.co.uk

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