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 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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Exciting Acquisition News

Exciting Acquisition News


We are thrilled to announce the acquisition of two remarkable items!

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The Shape of Things: Lists of works

The Shape of Things: Lists of works


When 5 February to 26 April 2025

This community-curated exhibition, which runs from 5 February to 26 April 2025, will explore the effects of climate change in Cornwall, […]

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Penlee House announced as winner of prestigious volunteer award

Penlee House announced as winner of prestigious volunteer award


The hard work of volunteers at Penlee House Gallery & Museum in Penzance has been recognised with a prestigious award announced by the British Museum and the Marsh Charitable Trust.

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