Events at The National Maritime Museum Cornwall
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Lecture: Dark Tales of the Cornish Coast with Keith Wallis of The Piskie Trap
As autumn draws in and the nights grow darker, the Autumn Lecture Series at National Maritime Museum Cornwall explores the shadowy side of Cornwall’s rich maritime heritage. This seasonal collection delves into the hidden histories, dark folklore, and mysterious tales that have shaped Cornwall’s coastal identity for centuries.
In the first lecture of the series join podcaster Keith Wallis (The Piskie Trap) as he explores a range of dark tales and traditions from all around the Cornish coast. From stories of smugglers, phantoms and shipwrecks, to fantastical creatures lurking beneath the waves.
Doors open at 7pm, lecture starts at 7.30pm
Surfing Memories
Surfing Memories is an exhibition of family memories of Cornish surf holidays, bringing together photos, films and objects that celebrate the traditional beach trip, all lent by people with shared memories of Cornwall's beaches.
From splashing about in the surf on bodyboards to building sandcastles with a bucket and spade, the exhibition captures a unique and special story of how generations have experienced the Cornish coast.
Surfing Memories will continue to evolve and grow over its lifetime as more memories, photos, films and objects are shared - share your memories to help the exhibition grow.
Silent Disco Yoga
Inspired by the SURF! exhibition at National Maritime Museum Cornwall, this one-of-a-kind experience invites you to connect deeply with the rhythms of nature through a flowing yoga practice led by Alicia Ray, accompanied by immersive soundscapes delivered through wireless headphones.
Doors open at 5.30pm, Class starts at 6.30pm
Smuggling and the Shaping of the Cornish Cultural Landscape with Dr Jo Esra
The Autumn Lecture Series at National Maritime Museum Cornwall delves into the hidden histories, dark folklore, and mysterious tales that have shaped Cornwall’s coastal identity for centuries.
In the second lecture of the series Dr Jo Esra will examine the relationship between literary and historical narratives of Cornish smuggling, and how the “Maritime Gothic” of smuggling has shaped modern perceptions of place and identity in Cornwall.
Doors open at 7pm, lectures start at 7.30pm.
Resilience
An evocative, multi-media exhibition exploring the resilience of Cornwall’s coastal communities past, present and future. Be drawn in by photographic portraits and the suspended glass buoys buzzing with the sound of voices.
The Resilience exhibition explores how coastal communities have responded to changes within living memory, and how those past events influence people today.
Visiting the Resilience Exhibition is free as part of the Museum’s annual admission fee, pay once and get in free for a year.
SURF!
Major exhibition SURF! celebrates a century of surfing in Cornwall, and reveals how the county has become a global stage for surf innovation, activism and a trailblazer in blue health.
It explores how Cornish surf culture has influenced music, film, fashion and art with unseen works by leading contemporary artists.
Through 100 surfboards, the exhibition uncovers the hidden histories of once unknown female surfers, reveals the 1920s pioneers who led the way and spotlights the surf champions made here today.
Silhouettes & Shadows - October Half Term
Step into a world of enchanting shadows and mysterious tales at National Maritime Museum Cornwall this October Half Term - where interactive shadow puppet storytelling sessions bring spooky stories to life.
Get hands-on in family Make & Take workshops and complete the Museum trail to uncover hidden surprises throughout the building.
Perfect for families - join in for a hauntingly fun autumn adventure from Saturday 25 October – Sunday 2 November.
Halloween at the Museum
Visit the National Maritime Museum Cornwall out of hours for Halloween, if you dare!
Ghoulishly good fun awaits on 31 October – keep your eyes peeled for tricks and treats along the way. Gather for mythical Cornish tales told by a ghostly character. Explore the Museum after hours and discover hidden Halloween surprises throughout your journey.
This family-friendly Halloween experience creates a safe environment for children to enjoy the spirit of the season. Halloween activities are free as part of the Museum’s admission fee.
Lecture: Rogues, Murderers and Cannibals: Falmouth’s Hidden Histories with Will Hazell
Storyteller and tour guide, Will Hazell of Falmouth Uncovered shines a light onto some of Falmouth’s darker corners in this lecture at National Maritime Museum Cornwall. With his acclaimed storytelling skills, Will is going to paint a picture of this town at its least quaint, when misadventure and tragedy played out in the streets.
The Autumn Lecture Series at National Maritime Museum Cornwall delves into the hidden histories, dark folklore, and mysterious tales that have shaped Cornwall’s coastal identity for centuries.
Perfect for history enthusiasts, folklore lovers, and anyone fascinated by Cornwall’s maritime heritage, this lecture series explores some of the darker chapters of Cornwall’s coastal past as the season turns toward winter’s longer nights.
Doors open at 7pm, lecture starts at 7.30pm
A Cornish Christmas
Immerse yourself in the best of what makes our beautiful part of the world sparkle at this magical time of year with A Cornish Christmas at National Maritime Museum Cornwall.
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