Press

Access, filming and photography

The Press Office provides a service to journalists and media outlets who are looking for expert spokespersons or information about the National Army Museum, including our collections, exhibitions, events and fundraising campaigns.

Media access and visits to the museum, including all professional filming and photography, must be arranged in advance by contacting:

Press Office
E: press@nam.ac.uk | Tel: 020 7881 2447

Press releases

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National Army Museum to be the new home of Lord Ashcroft’s VCs and GCs

14 March 2026: The National Army Museum in London is the new home of Lord Ashcroft’s collection of Victoria Crosses and George Crosses

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National Army Museum marks Remembrance with projects to support mental health and memory

4 November 2025: A display from the Behind the Mask art engagement project and a new digital partnership with House of Memories form part of a wider Remembrance programme championing veterans' wellbeing.

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National Army Museum solves the mystery of unknown Waterloo soldier

21 October 2025: When the Museum acquired the portrait of a Napoleonic military musician, the identities of both the soldier and the painter were unknown. Now, experts believe they have uncovered the story behind this unique artwork.

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Dedicated display ‘Beyond Burma: Forgotten Armies’ to mark 80th anniversary of VJ Day

14 August 2025: Marking 80 years since VJ Day, this special exhibition explores the multinational army that fought in some of the toughest conditions of the Second World War.

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Tickets for Chelsea History Festival 2025 Now on Sale

19 June 2025: Chelsea Heritage Quarter is pleased to announce the seventh edition of the Chelsea History Festival, taking place from Wednesday 24 to Sunday 28 September 2025.

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‘Myth and Reality: Military Art in the Age of Queen Victoria’ opening this summer

28 May 2025: The Museum is delighted to announce a new exhibition featuring over 100 works of art charting the changing attitudes to the military during the 19th century.

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Army Photographic Competition delivers stunning images of life as a soldier

20 May 2025: The Army Photographic Competition 2025 has delivered a remarkable set of images that offer a unique insight into the British Army through the eyes of its soldiers

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National Army Museum marks 80th anniversary of VE Day

24 April 2025: The Museum is pleased to announce an exciting programme of live events including a 1940s-themed VE Day Dance, engaging talks and a new digital series exploring the Army's role in 1945.