With over 15 galleries, a boatbuilding workshop, interactive exhibits and a collection that spans The National Small Boat collection, exciting temporary exhibitions, artworks, maps and charts, memorabilia and other objects there’s plenty to explore.

With over 15 galleries, a boatbuilding workshop, interactive exhibits and a collection that spans The National Small Boat collection, exciting temporary exhibitions, artworks, maps and charts, memorabilia and other objects there’s plenty to explore at this family friendly museum in Falmouth. Climb to the top of the 100 foot Look Out Tower for breathtaking panoramic views over the harbour. Then travel down to the Tidal Zone and go underwater.

NEW EXHIBITIONS FOR 2017!!!

TATTOO: The History of British Tattoo Art Revealed
A genuinely ground-breaking and comprehensive history of British tattooing, featuring cutting edge designers, leading academics and major private collectors. This is the largest gathering of real objects and original tattoo artwork ever assembled in the UK featuring over 400 original artworks, photographs and historic artefacts.

CAPTAIN BLIGH: MYTH, MAN AND MUTINY 
Step into the sights and sounds of one the greatest survival feats in British history. Exploring Bligh's Cornish roots, challenging the Hollywood depcitions and bringing to life on of the greatest small boat survival stories.

NEW PLAYZONE NOW OPEN!!! - AWESOME ADVENTURERS 
Go on an awesome adventure this summer. Inspired by the heroic voyages of exploration by ships such as Captain Bligh’s HMS Bounty, join the crew of HMS Adventure in our Play Zone to explore the Pacific Islands