HC Deb 07 April 1937 vol 322 c181
26. Rear-Admiral Beamish

asked the Prime Minister whether he will make a statement concerning the National Maritime Museum?

The Prime Minister

His Majesty the King has graciously consented to open the National Maritime Museum on 27th April. He will be accompanied by Her Majesty the Queen. Their Majesties will proceed to Greenwich from Westminster Pier in an admiral's barge, escorted by motor torpedo boats. Representatives of all aspects of the maritime life of the country will attend the opening ceremony.