National Maritime Museum Cornwall

 

Sitting with a toe in the sea, on the edge of Falmouth harbour in Cornwall, the multi-award winning National Maritime Museum Cornwall delivers so much more than you might expect.

 

Celebrating the sea, boats and Cornwall, this two time winner of Visitor Attraction of the Year not only has 15 stunning galleries beautifully illustrating the past, present and future of this island nation but also offers a number of stunning exhibitions.

 

New for 2011 is On Thin Ice: Pioneers of Polar Exploration. From 8 April until 9 October, this exhibition honours the historic and modern-day achievements of iconic polar explorers, including Scott and Shackleton, using photography, objects and personal ephemera.

 

And don’t miss the major exhibition Lighthouses: Life on the Rocks, which shines a light on lighthouses and their keepers. With hands-on exhibits and interactive displays, discover the power of the oceans, explore feats of daring and learn how these iconic beacons of light have saved lives and touched lives.

 

All this as well as breathtaking views from the 29 metre tower, an underwater viewing tidal zone, hands-on interactives, activities for all the family and the chance to get onto the water and discover the delights and wildlife of our coastline.

The best way to get there? By boat. Use the Park & Float and sail to the Museum in a classic ferry - there is no better way to arrive than on water (May – September)

There’s so much happening at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall, don’t miss your chance for a visit. You’ll find more than you might expect.

With activities for all, talks, lectures, workshops, rotating events and exhibitions, there’s so much happening at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall, don’t miss your chance for a visit. You’ll find so much more than you might expect.