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The Museum has 15 galleries over five floors, exploring the overwhelming influence of the sea on history and culture. We are also home to The National Small Boat Collection, The Cornwall Maritime Collection and The Bartlett Maritime Research Centre and Library. Find out more about the Museum’s galleries, collections and research work in this section of the website.

The Flying Flotilla at National Maritime Museum Cornwall. Boats hang from the ceiling in the Boat Hall.Explore our galleriesExplore the influence of the sea on history and culture in 15 galleries set across five floors.
A photo of the small boats displayed hanging from the ceiling of the Museum's Main Hall. Underneath, a large crowd of people are gathered.Browse our collectionsThe museum’s collections consist of a range of objects, boats, art, books and archives to promote an understanding of the maritime heritage of Cornwall.
A close-up photo of the spines of six Harbour Masters Journals. The books are numbered from 23 to 28.The Bartlett Maritime Research Centre & LibraryThe Museum's research work is led by the Bartlett Maritime Research Centre which incorporates the Bartlett Library.
A black and white photo of the exterior of the Museum and part of Falmouth Marina.PublicationsMuch of the output of our publication programme grows out of collaboration with researchers in maritime history and our own research activities.
A photo of the 'Cornwall and the Sea' gallery at the Museum.DatabasesOur Bartlett volunteers manage many different research databases covering a variety of subjects. Find out more about them and about how to get in contact.
An exterior photo of the Museum and part of Falmouth Marina and the docks.NMMC WebcamGet a bird’s eye view of Falmouth’s busy harbour. From bobbing boats to huge cruise ships, there’s always something to spot.

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A crowd of adults and children sit in front of a stage in the Museum's Main Hall, while two performers speak to them.What's On

Exhibitions, live performances, events and activities throughout the year.

Aerial photograph of the Museum, with Discovery Quay to the right and the harbour to the left.Tickets

Pay once and get in free for a year.

Photo looking up at the boats hanging from the ceiling of the Museum's Main Hall.Opening Times

The Museum is open every day of the year from 10am – 5pm, except Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

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Museum Cornwall Trust
Discovery Quay
Falmouth Cornwall
TR11 3QY

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National Maritime Museum
Cornwall Trust
Discovery Quay
Falmouth
Cornwall
TR11 3QY

Tel: +44(0)1326 313388

Email: enquiries@nmmc.co.uk