Latest news from The National Maritime Museum Cornwall

The concept of ships sailing together in convoy has a long history but it was the Spanish who employed and developed the concept to the full.

Here are 10 thrilling maritime-related films from across the decades to keep you on your toes this spooky season.

Our Autumn Lecture Series continues this month with a talk on the so-called ‘Barbary pirates’ of North Africa. We caught up with Dr Esra to find out more.

We’re undertaking some work in our Boat Hall to assess and reorientate the hanging boats, perform a number of conservation tasks and give everything a clean.

The Bartlett Maritime Research Centre and Library was recently the setting for reuniting a set of a Cornish pilot’s ‘Wings’ from WW2 with surviving members of his family.

Thursday 31 October.

Halloween at NMMC is perfect for children and their families. Visit the Museum out of hours if you dare!

Our Autumn Lecture Series begins with a deep dive into the world of female pirates. We caught up with Dr Elaine Murphy to find out more about her talk.

Here are 10 phrases that are maritime in origin, including phrases where there is agreement on where they come from, and others which have a bit more ambiguity.

Falmouth is no stranger to spectacular Tall Ships. Step through time and uncover the history of the Tall Ships Races’ close association with the town.