News | National Maritime Museum Cornwall - Part 3 : National Maritime Museum Cornwall

Two visitors point at a fish through an underwater window in the Tidal Zone at National Maritime Museum Cornwall

SeaHive enhancing the Tidal Zone experience

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

A child and their parent look at a model boat in a display cabinet at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall.

Introducing Home Education Days at the Museum

We’re launching dedicated Home Education Days in 2026.

A school boy uses navigation equipment in a school workshop at National Maritime Museum Cornwall

Travel Bursary Scheme for Schools Launched

We’re addressing high travel costs in Cornwall for educational trips to give as many children as possible the opportunity to experience and benefit from a visit to the Museum and our fantastic learning programme.

A visitor looks at an interactive screen as they explore the Boat Hall at National Maritime Museum Cornwall

Pay Once, Visit Free for a Year

Museum admission gives you a year of unlimited access to one of Cornwall’s premier award-winning attractions.

Sailing Masters in the Age of Sail

In the latest Bartlett Blog, discover the fascinating world of Sailing Masters – the unsung heroes of the Age of Sail.

A collection of surf related books and gifts from National Maritime Museum Cornwall Gift Shop photographed from above.

Christmas Gift Ideas for Surfers

We’ve collected some Christmas gift ideas for the surfers in your life…

Surfer Sam Bleakley stands on a surfboard, riding a wave with one arm in the air, the other arm at his side.

Launching a Surf-Inspired Spring Lecture Series

Dive into an extraordinary lecture series that explores the powerful connections between surf culture, environmental activism, and coastal heritage.

An illustration of fish, books, shells, pencils and magnifying glasses creates a repeating pattern.

Museum Minnows Cornish Language Takeover March 2026

On Monday 30 March our regular Minnows Sessions for families will have a Kernewek / Cornish Language Theme, thanks to Speak Cornish. Sing songs, get creative and learn some Cornish words.

A festive Christmas Tree made of willow lobsters, with glass buoy decorations and twinkling lights.

A Celebration of Lobster Pot Christmas Trees

At National Maritime Museum Cornwall, our Lobster Pot Christmas Tree stands as a proud testament to Cornish fishing heritage but it’s not the only one celebrating coastal traditions.