Penlee House Gallery and Museum
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Overview
Penlee House Gallery and Museum is a welcoming, friendly gallery in the heart of the beautiful sub-tropical Penlee Park. It is a perfect place to discover the works of the Newlyn School and Lamorna artists (1880s–1940s), through special exhibitions and the permanent collections. The Museum celebrates 6,000 years of history from West Cornwall, including amazing archaeological finds, fabulous ceramics, social history and fashion. Penlee House is owned and operated by Penzance Council.
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Location
Penzance Town Council, Penlee Centre, Penlee Park, PENZANCE, Cornwall, TR18 4HE
About the area
Cornwall has just about everything – wild moorland landscapes, glorious river valley scenery, picturesque villages and miles of breathtaking coastline. Known for its popular surfing spots, the region provides ample opportunities for water sport enthusiasts, and for those who prefer to stay on land, visitor attractions like the Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan offer a lovely day out.
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