Latest news from The National Maritime Museum Cornwall

Students can enjoy unlimited Museum visits for an entire year and make the most of an affordable day out in Falmouth with our discounted Student Admission. 

Falmouth is a great destination if you’re looking to save on low-cost adventures, here are some ideas of budget-friendly things to do.

A new year is the perfect moment to reset, reflect and try something new. Whether your resolutions are about taking more care of the planet, or giving back to your community, we’ve got inspiration to help you keep them.

A powerful new exhibition opening on Friday 30 January at the Museum will explore the role of creativity in mental health recovery through the work of local artist Jane Southern.

Our new Twilight Tickets offer visitors an opportunity to explore the National Maritime Museum Cornwall at a special discounted rate from 3pm-5pm. 

If you’re visiting the Museum Monday 5 – Friday 9 January we’ll be charting a slightly different course to take you through the galleries to keep your visit safe during our lights de-installation.

If you’re planning a festive family trip to Falmouth here are the reasons we think the Museum should be top of your Christmas list.

As winter settles over Cornwall’s coast, we’ve transformed the inside of the Museum into a sparkling celebration of the sea, with this year’s Christmas light display.

The Bottle Top Chain installation at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall, created by Claire Wallerstein in collaboration with the Cornish Plastic Pollution Coalition, offers a striking visualisation of a serious environmental challenge.

Visitors can now see marine conservation in action, with a remarkable new installation in the harbour waters just outside the Tidal Zone windows.