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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.

Drop-in family events in the Gallery


When Every Saturday afternoon from 2.30pm - 3.30pm

Look out for drop-in family art and craft activities. Be inspired by the pictures in the current exhibition and have a go at making something to take home

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Mechanical and electrical plant refurbishment works – Penlee House


When Closing: 16 October 2024, 12pm

We are seeking a partner to undertake mechanical and electrical plant replacement works and services at Penlee House Gallery & Museum.

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Family of Harold and Gertrude Harvey visit exhibition for special tour


At the end of July, members of the Bodinnar family came to Penlee House for a special tour of the exhibition.

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Social History Exhibition: 200th Anniversary of the RNLI


2024 sees the 200th anniversary of the RNLI. Envisioned by Sir William Hillary after he observed many shipwrecks along the Manx coast, the service was initially named the Royal National Institution for the Preservation of Life from Shipwreck, before it became the RNLI in 1854.

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Legendary Bus Journeys!


When 22 July to 31 August

Pick up a free activity pack at Penlee House!

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Please help us to fix the Penlee House Roof!


The historic building of Penlee House needs urgent work. We need your support to raise the money needed.

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