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New halls at Grand Master’s Palace open to the public
Renovated spaces formed part of the Grand Master’s summer apartment
From Arctic icon to island relic: the forgotten Dash 7 in Malta
An interview with Norwegian professional photographer Tor Waageng, who captured Widerøe's Dash 7 in its prime — a plane that is now abandoned and forgotten in Malta
50 years of The National War Museum in 50 artefacts
A new book from Heritage Malta, 'The National War Museum, 50 years: 50 artefacts' presents 50 key pieces in the museum’s collection along with the stories they tell
The hidden world of traditional Maltese chanting by women
An event on Friday May 23 explores the rarely-documented għana of women in Malta as part of Ritmu Roots festival
Duel with song, and dance like it’s carnival at Ritmu Roots Festival
From May 21-24 traditional music is taking centre stage in Floriana and Valletta at the 2025 edition of Ritmu Roots Festival
Illuminating Malta: history through ancient oil lamps
A talk recently delivered by Nigel Klemenčič-Puglisevich explored the history of Malta’s ceramic oil lamps
Your World Museums Day invite – with free admission
On Sunday May 18, to celebrate International Museum Day, Heritage Malta is offering free admission to selected sites across the islands during normal opening hours
An invite to see the sword Napoleon gave to Rear Admiral Decrès
Napoleon’s gift comes to light: Rear Admiral Decrès’s sword will be on show during Museums by Candlelight on May 10
Malta International Fireworks Festival kicks off tonight
Expect breathtaking displays on April 22, 25, 26 and 30
Restored samurai armour from Malta on show at Expo 2025
Their inclusion at the World Expo in Osaka is a testament to Malta–Japan friendship