Opening hours
Mon - Sat: 10am - 4:45pm
Closed: Sundays and Bank Holidays
Free Entry
There may be a charge for special exhibitions. Please call to confirm.
Family Events
What's In The Box?!
Friday 22 January
Friday 12 February
Friday 19 March
Friday 23 April
Sessions 10.30am-12pm and 1.30pm – 3pm
With a different theme each time these hands – on, imaginative sessions are designed to inspire our youngest visitors and their carers. Learn about the Museum’s treasures through handling objects, art and craft activities, stories, songs and rhymes.
Suitable for 2-4 year olds and their carers.
Cost £3. Pre – booking is essential.
'Explorer' Half-Term Fun Free
Tuesday 16 February 10am - 4pm
Join us on the launch of our revamped Cornish Gallery and go exploring with our new Explorer Backpacks courtesy of Foot Anstey.
'Gigantic' Half-Term Fun Free
Thursday 18 February 10am - 4pm
We're thinking 'BIG' with a range of fun activities based on our famous painting 'The Cornish Giant'.
Print It! Free
Wednesday 7 April, Tuesday 13 April and Thursday 15 April
10am - 4pm
Pop in, get messy and try our a whole range of printing techniques during the Easter holidays.
Curious Contraptions Free
Wednesday 2 June and Friday 4 June
10am - 4pm
Make a crazy contraption inspired by David Kemp's exhibition of uncertain instruments.
Big Draw Free
Saturday 9 October10am - 4pm
Be part of this national event and join us in drawing, creating and making. Pencils at the ready!
A Blast from the Past Free
Wednesday 27 October
10am - 4pm
Step back in time for a day of archaeology-inspired activities.
Spooky Sleepover
Friday 29 October
7pm-9am
Spend a night at the museum and see what comes to life! Arm yourself with a torch and go exploring. With spooky storytelling and a ghostly treasure trail, this will be a scary night to remember!
For ages 7+ Booking essential
£25.00 per child. Accompanying adult free.
Explorer backpacks
Our explorer backpacks are a great way for families to explore the museum. Pith helmets at the ready!
Cost: £1
Family Events Calendar
What's In The Box?!- Friday 4th December
