Swansea Museum, Municipal museum in Maritime Quarter, Swansea, Wales.
Swansea Museum is a neoclassical building in the Maritime Quarter with six galleries spread across multiple floors. The collections feature maritime artifacts, local industrial heritage, and everyday objects from different periods.
The museum was founded in 1841 by the Royal Institution of South Wales and was the first of its kind in Wales. Its establishment reflects the 19th century expansion of cultural institutions across Britain.
The institution displays traditional Welsh craftsmanship and maritime heritage through exhibits that reflect coastal life and local artisan traditions. Visitors can see how these practices shaped and continue to influence regional identity.
The building is free to access and offers step-free entry with accessible facilities throughout. It is best to allow two to three hours for a full visit to see all the galleries comfortably.
In 2016, a valuable painting by Flemish artist Jacob Jordaens was discovered within the collection after being overlooked for years. This find surprised art historians as works by European masters of this caliber are rarely discovered in regional museums.
Location: Swansea
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
GPS coordinates: 51.61769,-3.93808
Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:54
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