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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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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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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


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


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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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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