Gallery Tour: 17th-Century Art
Location:
National Army Museum
Date & time:
Friday 4 Dec 2026, 2.00pm
Price:
£12.00 to £15.00
Explore highlights from the National Army Museum’s 17th-century art collection with curator Anna Lavelle.
About the event
Additional information
Discover artworks created during a century of major political and military upheaval.
Anna Lavelle explores portraits of figures from the Civil Wars, early battlefield painting and the use of visual art as propaganda, revealing what these works can tell us about the development of the British Army and the society around it.
FAQs
Is the National Army Museum accessible?Yes, the National Army Museum is fully accessible. If you need further access information or help please do get in touch at info@nam.ac.uk or call 020 7730 0717,
Bikes (including folding bikes) and scooters are not permitted. There are bike racks located along Royal Hospital Road. These can be used to secure any bikes and scooters.
Please do not secure any bikes or scooters to the railings outside the Royal Hospital Chelsea or Burton Court. Any items secure to these railings will be removed.
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