Latest news from The National Maritime Museum Cornwall

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.

Every purchase supports the Museum and our charitable work celebrating our relationship with the sea.

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

From twinkling harbour lights and coastal carols, to seasonal swims and Santa arriving by lifeboat – there’s something special about celebrating Christmas by the sea.

In September Dr Patrick Newberry was officially elected as Chair of the Museum Board.

We’re partnering with Cornwall Council Libraries on their new loyalty card scheme, launching to reward Cornwall library users.

More than half a century after the dramatic rescue of The Robertson Family, the ordeal is being told in Adrift, an immersive podcast series.

On Monday 15 December 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.

If you’re visiting the Museum Monday 24 – Thursday 27 November we’ll be charting a slightly different course to take you through the galleries, to keep your visit safe during our lights installation.