Latest news from The National Maritime Museum Cornwall

Saturday 30 March – Sunday 14 April

This Easter, join the Cornish Caretakers for a hilarious and informative show as they bring to life six Cornish men and women from history who changed the world.

In 1951, an American general cargo vessel set out on passage from Hamburg to Baltimore carrying a mysterious cargo.

On 6 December 1901, Morning, captained by William Colbeck, left New Zealand to relieve Discovery on the first British National Antarctic Expedition.

This festive postcard is part of the Museum’s archive collection and was sent across the sea from the Isles of Scilly in 1908.

Our curated selection features page-turning thrillers, a classic Cornish children’s story, and a title that’s perfect for post-Christmas-dinner group games.

Most fishing communities had their willow plots, and pot-making was a constant secondary occupation, filling long winter days and spells of bad weather.

From nautical accessories to sailor’s essentials, navigate the high seas of gift-giving and discover perfect treasures for the salty sea dogs in your life.

In 1994, Cornish diver Colin Martin found the Hanover wreck after seven years of searching. Learn more about the tragedy and what objects were recovered.

The second instalment of our guide to the history behind Falmouth Harbour’s monuments, memorials, and plaques.