Welcome to The Box
Admission is 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.
Happening now
See paintings, drawings and sculpture by some of the most important artists of our age in The Time is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure
Explore pivotal moments in our past and present relationship with the sea in Planet Ocean
Latest news
Major coup for Plymouth as National Portrait Gallery exhibition heads to The Box
Explore highlights of The Box using a free digital guide: any time, anywhere!
Outside The Box
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.