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Tudor Queens • Did You Know?

Catherine of Aragon was married to Henry VIII for 24 years - longer than all his other five wives combined.

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Tudor Foundation Announces Plans to Rebuild Nonsuch Palace as Museum
Foundation News
January 5, 2026

Tudor Foundation Announces Plans to Rebuild Nonsuch Palace as Museum

The Tudor Foundation has unveiled ambitious plans to reconstruct Henry VIII's lost Nonsuch Palace, transforming the historic site into a world-class museum dedicated to Tudor heritage.

British Museum Launches Campaign to Save Tudor Heart Pendant
Archaeological NewsBritish Museum
October 2025

British Museum Launches Campaign to Save Tudor Heart Pendant

The British Museum has launched a £3.5 million campaign to acquire the exquisite Tudor Heart pendant, a 24-carat gold locket bearing the initials of Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon. Discovered by a metal detectorist, this remarkable artifact offers rare insights into the early years of their marriage.

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Tudor Coin Hoard Discovered in Hampshire Garden
Archaeological NewsSmithsonian Magazine
October 2025

Tudor Coin Hoard Discovered in Hampshire Garden

A family in Hampshire discovered a remarkable hoard of Tudor-era gold and silver coins buried in their garden. Dating to the reign of Henry VIII in the 1530s, the collection includes rare coins that will be auctioned.

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DiscoveryDecember 15, 2025

New Documents Reveal Henry Fitzroy's Secret Correspondence

Researchers at The Tudor Foundation have discovered previously unknown letters written by Henry Fitzroy, Duke of Richmond, shedding new light on the relationship between Henry VIII's illegitimate son and the Tudor court.

DiscoveryNovember 28, 2025

Archaeological Survey Uncovers Tudor Artifacts at Nonsuch Park

A comprehensive archaeological survey at Nonsuch Park has revealed significant Tudor-era artifacts, including fragments of the palace's ornate decorations.

Foundation NewsNovember 10, 2025

The Tudor Foundation Partners with Historic Royal Palaces

A new partnership between The Tudor Foundation and Historic Royal Palaces will enable expanded research access to Hampton Court Palace archives.

Archaeological NewsNovember 2025• BBC News

Record Number of Treasure Finds in England

Treasure finds in England have reached a record high, with numerous Tudor-era artifacts among the discoveries. The increase reflects growing interest in metal detecting and improved reporting.

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Archaeological NewsNovember 2025• Artnet News

The Mary Rose: Henry VIII's Flagship Continues to Reveal Secrets

The Mary Rose holds a Guinness World Record for the most medieval weaponry recovered from a single shipwreck, with over 19,000 artifacts preserved from Henry VIII's era.

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Foundation NewsSeptember 1, 2025

Dakota Rea Henry Fitzroy Tudor V's 'The House of Tudor' Available for Pre-Order

The Tudor Foundation founder Dakota Rea Henry Fitzroy Tudor V announces the upcoming publication of 'The House of Tudor,' featuring groundbreaking research and newly discovered historical evidence.

Archaeological NewsJuly 2025• Historic Royal Palaces

Major Excavation at Tower of London Reveals Medieval Secrets

The most significant archaeological dig at the Tower of London in a generation has revealed new insights into the Tower's medieval past, including rare burials beneath St Peter ad Vincula chapel where Anne Boleyn is buried.

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