Visit Penlee House & Museum

Penlee House is a gallery, museum, cafe and shop. Situated within Penlee Park, a space to reflect and great for family visits.

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A space for exhibitions & events

Alongside our Exhibition programme we run a variety of community events and workshops. The Newlyn School and Social history galleries change often. Find out what’s on.

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A space to learn

Penlee House is committed to lifelong learning. We run workshops for all age groups and offer a school workshop programme.

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A space for all

Built in 1865, as the home of the Branwell family. Penlee House is home to many paintings by members of the Newlyn School. It is also home to the Penzance Natural History and Antiquarian Society collection.

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You can search and browse our collections online. We also have a section dedicated to the Newlyn School.

A person stands under an umbrella on a dark, rainy street, next to row houses. Ducks wade through puddles; a figure is visible in a window, adding a sense of solitude.

Social History Gallery Display: Jennifer Brown – A Centenary Celebration


When Until 16 June

Jennifer Brown (27.05.1925 – 16.04.2008) was born in London and studied at Kingston School of Art. In 1975, she moved […]

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Going Places, a landmark five-year programme with Art Fund

Going Places, a landmark five-year programme with Art Fund


We’re excited to share that we’re taking part in Going Places, a landmark five-year programme with Art Fund that will enable collaborative touring exhibitions!

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A person sits on a wooden chair in a dimly lit room, playing a video game on a small TV. The room has a cosy, cluttered feel with a bed and various items.

Youth: An exhibition by the Mayor’s Young Artist


When Until 14 May 2025

In Spring 2024, Zac Henshall, local resident and student at Truro and Penwith College, was appointed as the first-ever Mayor’s Young Artist by Cllr Stephen Reynolds, Mayor of Penzance.

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A woman with long dark hair gazes into the distance, surrounded by a lush landscape. The painting conveys a serene and contemplative mood.

Forbes paintings on loan to Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum


When 5 April – 29 June

We are thrilled to announce that several of our cherished Elizabeth and Stanhope Forbes paintings are currently on loan to the Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum for their current exhibition, “Elizabeth and Stanhope Forbes: A Marriage of Art.”

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Penlee House wins Exhibition of the Year

Penlee House wins Exhibition of the Year


Penlee House Gallery & Museum are delighted to have won ‘Exhibition of the Year’ at the Cornwall Heritage Awards, hosted […]

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