Local Stories, International Conflicts

Our new Fishermen at War gallery reflects local experience of war over the centuries. In this anniversary year of the end of World War I, we’d like to invite you to a Curator’s Talk which will introduce you to some of the objects and stories on display.

Spaces are limited and booking is essential.
Contact us to book your free ticket or use Eventbrite.

an exhibition by Local Artist Arthur Nuttall and Friends

Exhibition showcasing over 30 of textile expert Stella Ruhe’s hand-knitted garments based on her extensive research of traditional designs

A beautiful selection of canvas-mounted and framed images.

An exhibition to mark the centenary of the fateful night of 31 January 1918 when two British submarines and over 100 lives were lost to the sea.

An exploration of fish, its role in our diet, and the evolving fishing industry.

A ceramic installation by artist Mella Shaw

An exhibition highlighting the stories of some of those commemorated on our local war memorials, how their lives were touched by war and how our communities remember them.

Extravagant dreams, life in a different hue

Exhibition of the extensive restoration work our historic flagship Reaper

The latest exhibition in the Merchant’s Room is an evocation of the East Neuk by Yolande Kenny. With pen and watercolour, Yolande With pen and watercolour, Yolande celebrates both the museum’s 50th anniversary and everyday life in the East Neuk.