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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.

 

Social History Exhibition: Arts and Health

When 10 June until 06 August 2025

Getting involved in the arts can improve health and well-being.  

People report that creative activities reduce stress, improve mood and build confidence.  They’re also an enjoyable way of spending time with others whilst learning new skills. 

During Spring 2025, Penlee House Gallery & Museum offered a series of workshops for adults in the local community who are facing difficulties or living with conditions which affect their health and wellbeing. 

Working with artist Melanie Young, participants visited the Gallery and used the collections and exhibitions at Penlee House as the inspiration for their own artwork. They used a variety of media, including drawing, painting, collage and printmaking. This small exhibition displays some of the work created. 

We would like to thank the participants for allowing the exhibition of their work and the project funders, the Friends of Penlee House and Arts Council England. 

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Visit Us

Penlee House is a beautiful art gallery and museum, set within sub-tropical gardens, with a great café.

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Exhibitions

Our vibrant exhibition programme celebrates the nationally important art and history of West Cornwall.

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Learning

From school visits to family activities, talks and walks, there are plenty of learning opportunities at Penlee House.

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Friends of Penlee

Join the Friends and help Penlee House to maintain its work and enhance its collections.

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