Ahoy me hearties! Join St Barbe Museum + Art Gallery for a swashbuckling exhibition this summer to learn about pirates from across the globe.
Pirates! Fact and Fiction
17 June – 9 September
Ahoy me hearties! Join St Barbe Museum + Art Gallery for a swashbuckling exhibition this summer to learn about pirates from across the globe.
This exciting family-friendly exhibition takes you on a journey through pirate history, film and literature. From the Cilician pirates of the Roman Mediterranean to the Golden Age pirates of the Caribbean. Meet Vikings, Barbary corsairs, and Chinese pirates on the way and discover facts about their Ships and tactics.
There is lots to see and do… spectacular costumes from Black Sails, Peter Pan and Spartacus and fun interactives, children's trail and activity sheets for all ages. Try walking the plank or our fabulous costumes – adults included!
Family tickets are £12 (two adults and up to four children) includes entry into our interactive museum with salt making, boat building and smugglers. Complete your trip with a treat from our fabulous Old School Café.
We are open Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm - plus Summer Sundays from 23 July to 3 September.
Pirates! Fact and Fiction on tour with popup exhibitions.
For more information, please contact Penny Curry on 01590 676969
Ticket Prices (with Gift Aid):
Adult- £6.00
Concession- £5.00
Child (5-15yrs)- £3.00 / Under 5s- FREE
Family (Up to 2 adults and 4 children)- £12.00
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