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Arrr me hearties, welcome to Treasure Island! If ye be brave enough, follow the map… through the smugglers cave… along the island beach… to Treasure Island fort. Watch out for pirates on the way!

2018 sees 15 Years of The National Maritime Museum Cornwall Beginnings The National Maritime Museum Cornwall is a fully independent museum, the result of collaboration between the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich and the former Cornwall Maritime Museum in Falmouth. The Cornwall Maritime Museum evolved from a collection reflecting Cornwall’s rich maritime history gathered over 150…

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This show focuses on the ancestry of several prominent Porthleven families, linked to the construction of the dock, boatbuilding, fishing and net-making.

The Model Engineering Showcase weekend is now over but please check back for upcoming events. A celebration of model engineering in Cornwall. See stunning models, expert live demonstrations and get involved with activities for all ages  The Model Engineering Showcase will be an exciting event bringing together members of Cornwall’s varied and diverse modelling community…

Changing Places Statement Changing Places facilities increase access for those who need the extra space, hoists and changing tables provided in these toilet facilities. After the Changing Places group raised the issue with us, we have explored creating a more permanent offering within our building. However, the structural implications of such a project require significant…

Share your stories, personal connections and memories of the sea in Cornwall with us and we’ll compile highlights into an online gallery, interactive display in the museum and our annual journal.

A chance to collect tattoos inspired by designs from original rare flash from private collections on display. All designs on offer will be created especially for the flash day and inspired by original flash and artwork featured in the museum’s ground breaking and award winning exhibition.