Latest news from The National Maritime Museum Cornwall

Hegarty’s Boatyard is one of the latest temporary exhibitions to open at National Maritime Museum Cornwall this year. We thought we’d catch-up with Kevin O’Farrell, the photographer behind the exhibition, to find out more about him and this incredible body of work.

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our dear friend Captain George Hogg – one of the Museum’s founders, and a passionate and dedicated volunteer.

Over 80 years ago Operation Aerial, co-ordinated by the Royal Navy,  evacuated allied troops and civilians by sea from the ports of western France. Here we take a look at Falmouth’s important role.

With a packed programme of events and things to do this summer, we’re the coolest place to be for families! Grab all the gang and set sail for fun.

Inspired by the photos from NMMC’s archives we delved into the history of Waterwitch – a vessel once well-known in Falmouth’s waters.

We’re heading shore side this may half term with the Rock Pool Project where we’ll be looking for Mini Monsters of the Not So Deep on our local beaches.

Create a light show!

The creatures found in Cornish rockpools are often very colourful. In this Make & Take at Home we explore how to add colour to your drawings.

Thursday 17 November, 7.30pm.

In this Lecture, Dr Tammy Horton provides first-hand insight into the collection, explaining both the historical and modern methods of collection, and how it is helping shape current scientific understanding of our world.