Museum Details
 | St Ives Museum | Contact Person Brian & Margaret Stevens T: 01736 796005 | Admisson Charges Adults: £2.00 Schools visits - no charge for Cornish school pupils, but a donation would be appreciated. It is imperative that bookings are made in advance. |
| Opening Hours | |
Monday to Friday - 10.00 am to 5.00 pm Saturday Opening from Monday 18th April to Saturday 29th October | Closed Good Friday and Sundays Limited mobility access to both floors |
Photographers Tobi Carver for the school group and Frank Stevens for others
Museum Description
The museum, situated in the old fishing quarter of the town and overlooking St Ives Bay, contains many varied displays and collections relating to the St Ives locality. It is St Ives's best kept secret, so there is plenty for all ages to discover and learn.
We can cater for many subjects, mainly those which reflect the history of our town: Fishing, Railway, Seaside Holidays, Mining etc. Slide taks and audio visual presentations can also be arranged, but prior notice is essential.
Activity sheets are available for three areas of the museum: - Fishing, Mining and Farming at a modest charge. As St. Ives was famous for its cats, for both old and young alike, there are our museum cats and their freinds to Find For Fun (at the last count thirty four cats and four kittens!).
Displays include: - Agriculture, Archaeology, Cornish Kitchen, Fishing, Geology, Local History, Mining, Hain Steamship Company, R.N.L.I., Social History, Textiles, Tradesmen's Tools, Wreck and Rescue, War Memorabilia, Audio-visual presentations of local events and old photographs (copies of many may be purchased).
| Type of Museum | Types of Collections | Facilities |
| Local History | Agricultural Heritage Fishing Geology Local History Mining Shipping Social History Textiles Tools | Disabled Access (limited) Children's Activities Dog Friendly |
