Legends, folklore and modern day science present Monsters of the Deep - you decide what lies beneath. Memories of Falmouth - The Weller CollectionMemories of Falmouth is a brand new exhibition of photography and film taken of Falmouth between 1934 - 1969, providing a fascinating insight into the town during this time.
Through our exhibitions programme we aspire to bring new and diverse perspectives to maritime issues, and highlight their relevance to the present day. We also bring rare objects from around the world to Cornwall to tell local, national and international stories.
Through our exhibitions programme we aspire to bring new and diverse perspectives to maritime issues, and highlight their relevance to the present day. We also bring rare objects from around the world to Cornwall to tell local, national and international stories.
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Deep in the dark murky depths of the ocean bioluminescence dances and shadowy figures loom. Something's there, but what? Memories of Falmouth is a brand new exhibition of photography and film taken of Falmouth between 1934 - 1969, providing a fascinating insight into the town during this time.
Tattoo: British Tattoo Art Revealed opened at the Museum to huge acclaim in 2017 and after touring nationally we are delighted to bring back some of the key artworks from the exhibition.Dress as ghosts and ghouls and join us this Halloween for a torch-tour of the Museum with plenty of tricks and treats along the way.
Tattoo: British Tattoo Art Revealed opened at the Museum to huge acclaim in 2017 and after touring nationally we are delighted to bring back some of the key artworks from the exhibition.Dress as ghosts and ghouls and join us this Halloween for a torch-tour of the Museum with plenty of tricks and treats along the way.
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15 galleries, over five floors: exploring the influence of the sea on history and culture. Falmouth, on the South Cornwall coast, is a fitting setting for this journey of discovery to begin. The museum is located on aptly named Discovery Quay, and is a vast, iconic building, home to exciting exhibitions and a wide range of galleries taking visitors on a journey through the influence of the sea on history and culture.
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You may not be aware but we're an independent museum and registered charity and your entry fee supports the work of the Museum including our education programmes. On paying the entrance fee you will receive an Annual Pass which allows you to return as many times as you wish for the following 12 months.
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The Bartlett Library holds various collections and records maintained by the Library volunteers and the Bartlett Blog this month is one of a number of articles in our archives about visitors to Falmouth.
Lord Clinton and Sir William Freemantle, Gentlemen of the Bedchamber, were sent from London to receive her on behalf of King George IV and the local authorities were instructed to provide the nine-year-old Queen, Dona Maria and her entourage with all the appropriate civic and military honours.Her landing was a very pretty sight and the day most beautiful.'
Lord Clinton and Sir William Freemantle, Gentlemen of the Bedchamber, were sent from London to receive her on behalf of King George IV and the local authorities were instructed to provide the nine-year-old Queen, Dona Maria and her entourage with all the appropriate civic and military honours.Her landing was a very pretty sight and the day most beautiful.'
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The Bartlett Library holds various collections and records maintained by the Library volunteers and the Bartlett Blog this month is one of a number of articles in our archives about visitors to Falmouth. 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.
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