Admission free.
Open 10am-5pm Tuesday-Sunday and selected Bank Holidays.
Thanks for stopping by. We are Plymouth's award-winning museum, art gallery and archive with a 2022 European Museum of the Year Special Commendation. We've also just been voted Best Family Attraction in the 2024 Devon 'Muddy Awards!
You don't need to book a ticket unless you'd like to reserve a space in our Cottonian Research Room.
We can't wait to welcome you for a visit.
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Happening now
Enjoy new exhibitions featuring work by JMW Turner, Ingrid Pollard, Vija Celmins and Paul Rooney (until 12 January 2025) and Osman Yousefzada (until 9 March 2025)
Explore pivotal moments in our relationship with the sea in Planet Ocean (until 27 April 2025)
Latest news
Our 2025 exhibition programme is revealed
Explore highlights of The Box using a free digital guide: any time, anywhere!
Retail therapy
Our eco-friendly shop is packed with products by local makers and inspired by our collections and exhibitions. Visit while you're on site or shop online. Perfect for picking up some lovely unique Christmas presents!