HM Queen Elizabeth II

Museums and cultural organisations pay tribute

Hello. Today’s edition of the newsletter will be brief, in light of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. It doesn’t feel appropriate to do the usual news round up on a day of mourning, and as we see history created in front of our eyes. As fans of museums, there is perhaps something even more poignant about this era-defining moment.

Some museums and galleries in the UK are closed today as a mark of respect, including the National Gallery and Sir John Soane’s Museum. All royal residencies - including the Queen’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace - are closed, as are all sites of Historic Royal Palaces such as the Tower of London.

Here is just a small selection of some of the messages museums and cultural organisations have issued in response to the Queen’s death.

Thank you, your Majesty. And God save the King.

Maxwell

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The British Museum

British Museum @britishmuseum

From Chair of the Trustees George Osborne:

Tate

Tate @Tate

We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this time.

National Army Museum

National Army Museum @NAM_London

We mourn the death of our Sovereign Head of State and Commander in Chief of Her Army, Queen Elizabeth II. This is not only a time of great sorrow for our nation and the Commonwealth, but a personal loss for all members of the Royal Family, to whom we send our deepest condolences.

Historic Royal Palaces

Historic Royal Palaces @HRP_palaces

We join millions of people around the world in mourning the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. Her Majesty was our longest reigning monarch and will be remembered for a remarkable lifetime of service. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this time.

Museum of the Home

Museum of the Home @MuseumoftheHome

As a publicly funded Museum we will remain open as a place of togetherness, community and reflection on the past, and especially Her Majesty's momentous life, at this time of change in all our lives. Our home is your home.

Amgueddfa Cymru – Museum Wales

Amgueddfa Cymru | Museum Wales @AmgueddfaCymru

Brighton Museums

Brighton Museums @BrightonMuseums

We have lit up the Royal Pavilion in tribute to Her Majesty The Queen who has passed away today. Everyone at the Royal Pavilion would like to say, Thank you Ma’am. #QueenElizabeth

Metropolitan Museum Of Art

The Metropolitan Museum of Art @metmuseum

Today we remember Queen Elizabeth II, whose 70-year reign was the longest in British history. The Queen graced New York City three times during her reign — in 1957, 1976, and 2010. Here is a snapshot from her trip in 1957 near the Statue of Liberty. 📸 @AP

National Museum of Australia

National Museum of Australia @nma

The National Museum expresses its deep condolences to the Royal Family on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. To reflect on 70 years of service the 1948 Daimler used in the 1954 royal tour of Australia and 'Wattle Portrait' by William Dargie are on display.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Rijksmuseum @rijksmuseum

Rest in peace Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family and the people of Great Britain. 📸 State visit of the British Queen Elizabeth and her husband Prince Philip to the Netherlands. © Ed van der Elsken, 1958

Empire State Building

Empire State Building @EmpireStateBldg

Tonight, our tower lights will shine in purple and sparkle in silver to honor the life and legacy of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.

Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House @SydOperaHouse

The world has lost a towering symbol of humanity, stoicism and grace with the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The Opera House sails will be lit in her honour tonight from 7:30pm and tomorrow evening from 6:30pm. Read our full statement: soh.online/qeii