Maryport Maritime Museum

Who we are

The Maritime Museum overlooks the Solway Firth to the Scottish coast. It is situated on the harbour in the historic town of Maryport in a building which was originally The Queen's Head Public House. It provided hospitality to the many seafarers passing through the busy port in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The museum collection consists of objects, photographs and paintings relating to the maritime, industrial and social history of Maryport and is displayed over two floors. The museum is run by volunteers and welcomes visits by schools. The museum would like teachers to contact them in advance so that a visit can be tailored to the school’s needs. A visit to the museum provides an insight into the history of the local area and is most suited to Key Stage 2.