Social History

This collection comprises a wide range of objects which go some way to illustrating the Cornish way of life, from trade and industry to social and domestic life. Highlights of the collection include transport items such as the Trewinnard coach and the Tangye bicycle, the medical chest of the explorer Richard Lander, a sizeable Cornish bottle collection and a small but notable toy collection.

Other sizeable elements include a model collection (industrial and maritime), an assortment of photographic equipment and a small selection of scientific equipment, used for teaching scientific principles, collected from the period when the RIC held scientific lectures.

Social History

We endeavour to ensure that as much as possible from our collection is on view. However, there will always be times when a specific item you wish to see is not on display. Please contact us in advance and we will make sure that it is available to view