The Museum is temporarily closed for maintenance until Spring 2025.

Date: 30 April 2022 - 3 September 2022

From 30th April discover the world of maritime crime with Pirates! Fact and Fiction. This exhibition takes the visitor 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, weapons, tactics and usually short lives!

This UK touring exhibition Includes spectacular props costumes from TV and cinema productions including, Black Sails, Peter Pan and Spartacus. There are also many period objects including: weapons, ship models and treasure. This is a must-see for children and adults alike and has interactives and a treasure trail. 

The exhibition is included in the Museum's annual ticket. Booking is advised but it's not essential. To book visit: torquay-museum.arttickets.org.uk/

Special limited offer: 20% OFF ADMISSIONS FOR TQ POSTCODES. More information here.
 

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