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We invite you to learn more about our team and our work. Through our social media and blogs you can discover the stories and activities of our work on island. Together, we strive to inspire a sense of wonder and responsibility for the planet we all share, whilst encouraging responsible travel and tourism. Join us on our journey...

26 November 2007: First Shop Manager’s Blog
26 November 2007: First Shop Manager’s Blog

November 2007 Shop Manager’s Blog – 26/11/07 Well time is flying here on South Georgia! We’ve already been here for over a month and have had ten cruise ship visits and seven yachts pop in to say hello. Despite our best efforts, the cake and

8 November 2007: First Curators Blog
8 November 2007: First Curators Blog

November 2007 Curators Blog – 8/11/07 Three weeks into our 6 months stay and things are incredibly busy here at South Georgia Museum. Everyone is settling in well and the arrival of our first two cruise ships, the Nordnorge and Ushiaia, proved to be a

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During the age of industrial whaling in Grytviken, ships were driven by steam engine, then later the diesel engine. Rope for rigging was replaced by wire and chains. ……………remained critical to whaling. The most common form is laid or twisted rope, which generally consists of