Hull Maritime Museum to open previously unseen floor after refurbishment (2024)

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Hull Maritime Museum to open previously unseen floor after refurbishment? ›

The project will enable the museum to open a new floor to visitors and display 50% more objects, from ships in bottles to bits of ships, many of which have never been on display before. These objects will be documented and stored to enable better collections care, research, and conservation.

Opened in 1871 as Hull's Dock Offices, this iconic building has seen many ships sail past its windows. We've also welcomed many people through the doors since opening as a museum in 1975. Now, an ambitious restoration project will breathe new life into the museum.

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The National Maritime Museum is the largest museum of its kind in the world. The galleries and displays allow you to discover ships and boats of all shapes and sizes, voyage across the world's oceans, and experience epic adventures of exploration and encounter. After your visit, the sea will never be the same again.

Hull was a medieval wool port that passed from the monks of Meaux Abbey to Edward I, king of England, in 1293. Edward renamed the town Kingston upon Hull. It prospered as the chief seaport for the shipping on the inland waterways that converge on the estuary of the River Humber.

Distributed along the east, south and south west coasts, there are 27 examples which are known to survive as standing structures, ruins or buried archaeological remains, many incorporated into later military installations. Hull Castle and the South Blockhouse were amongst the last to be built nationally.

Take a journey through local history or discover world-class collections at any of our free city-centre museums and gallery. We can't wait to welcome you. From late medieval to modern art, discover one of the UK's finest art collections.

Hull's Local zoo - right on your doorstep!

Located within East Park, the Animal Education Centre is host to a wide range of different domestic, farm and exotic animals. The centre hosts a range of events to engage and educate people of all ages about animals and wider nature and environmental topics.

Built around 1660, Wilberforce House is one of the oldest buildings in Hull. It was designed by William Catlyn for Hugh Lister, in a style known as "Artisan Mannerism". This unusual style combines classical and local influences to create an original design.

Mystic Seaport Museum or Mystic Seaport: The Museum of America and the Sea in Mystic, Connecticut is the largest maritime museum in the United States. It is notable for its collection of sailing ships and boats and for the re-creation of the crafts and fabric of an entire 19th-century seaport village.

What is the oldest part of Hull? ›

High Street is Hull's oldest street. Hull's original city centre dates back to the medieval period. It was located here so merchants could be close to the River Hull, but its proximity to the river meant the area was prone to flooding.

Experience the world's largest maritime museum, filled with inspirational stories of discovery and adventure at sea. Explore our vast collection and enjoy free wifi in the comfort of the Compass Lounge.