Cowes Maritime Museum, Maritime museum in Cowes, Isle of Wight, England.
The museum displays a collection of boat models, maritime artifacts, and photographs documenting the nautical development of the Isle of Wight region.
The museum originated in the 1970s when library staff gathered items from J. Samuel Whites, a prominent local shipbuilding company.
The facility maintains two exhibition spaces, displaying maritime objects, historical photographs, and technical drawings that reflect the region's naval traditions.
The museum opens Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with wheelchair access and services for hearing and visually impaired visitors.
The collection features a reproduction of the Cowdray engraving depicting the Mary Rose sinking in 1545 near the Isle of Wight.
Location: Cowes
Address: Cowes Library, Beckford Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7SG
GPS coordinates: 50.76010,-1.29790
Latest update: March 4, 2025 15:54
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