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Historic Royal Palaces blog

Insights and behind the scenes from our palaces

Embracing two worlds: Conserving Bi-cultural heritage with a rare Japanese court suit

14 March 2025

Textile Conservator Kaori Motaung shares her experience conserving a rare Japanese court suit from the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection.

Torture at the Tower: The Case of John Gerard

04 October 2021

On the anniversary of the birth of John Gerard, Curator Alden Gregory reflects on the dark history of the Tower of London and how it resonates today.

Ambrose Rookwood and Sir Everard Digby: Lesser-known gunpowder plotters

30 January 2019

You might not have heard of Ambrose Rookwood and Sir Everard Digby. But their marks on the Tower of London can still be seen today.