Museum

The Box, Plymouth

Plymouth
Free to all

With a National Art Pass you get

The Box, Plymouth's award-winning museum, gallery and archive, is a major cultural and heritage attraction in the South West of England.

A series of permanent galleries showcase an extensive collection exploring archaeology, natural history, fine and decorative arts, world cultures, photography, moving image, social and maritime history and local archives.

Highlights in the art collection include paintings by Plympton-born portrait artist Joshua Reynolds, works by the Newlyn, St Ives and Camden Town schools and the largest collection of Plymouth and Bristol porcelain in the UK.

Growing collections of contemporary art and craft include artists Lynette Yiadom-Boakye, George Shaw, Somaya Critchlow and Zadie Xa, and makers Naoki Takeyama, David Clarke and Paul Scott.

The Box’s permanent collection galleries are complemented by an ambitious programme of changing exhibitions and events throughout the year. Research facilities and a Kitchen & Bar are available on site. You can also purchase a range of gorgeous prints and locally sourced products from the shop.

Visitor information

Address

The Box, Plymouth

Tavistock Place, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 8AX
01752 304774

Free to all

Opening times

10am-5pm Tuesday to Sunday and selected bank holidays.

Exclusions and safety measures

The Box is free with no need to book.

Visitor information