Latest news from The National Maritime Museum Cornwall

In December 2020 HMS Tamar was commissioned as a new patrol vessel for the Royal Navy. In April 2021 the ship came to Falmouth for maintenance and whilst here became the first ship the Royal Navy had painted in ‘dazzle’ livery since 1945.

In 1799 Bernardo Riquelme, a young man in his early twenties, born in Chile and educated in England since 1794, was in Falmouth awaiting a voyage to Lisbon. The voyage to Lisbon was the first step in his ultimate return to Chile but with little money and uncertainty what became of him?

Thursday 9 November, 7.30pm.

With Dr Richard Blakemore.

Myths and reality in the history of piracy.

Sunday 27 March

A special Mother’s Day Make and Take. Say thank you for being mum by decorating a canvas tote bag with designs from the deep sea.

Wednesday 15 June, 7.30pm.

In his own words, Douglas Robertson presents a personal recount of one family’s incredible story of survival at sea.

Easter Holidays.

Meet Detritus of the Deep and the Washed-up Mermaid, create recycled masks in Make & Take and follow the Museum Trail.

Sunday 19 June

Join us on Sunday 19 June for special father’s Day activities at the Museum.

Sunday 2 October

Join us on Sunday 2 October for special Grandparents’ Day activities at the Museum.

Thursday 13 October, 7.30pm.

Award-winning author, archaeologist and film maker John Henry Phillips recounts the incredible true story of D-Day veteran Patrick Thomas.