Maritime and Naval History Museum, Maritime museum near Fort Frederick, Trincomalee, Sri Lanka.
The Maritime and Naval History Museum occupies a white colonial building with two exhibition floors dedicated to naval history and marine ecosystems.
The Dutch Naval Commissioner resided in this building from 1602 to 1795, followed by the Urban Commissioner until Sri Lankan independence in 1948.
The museum exhibits demonstrate the evolution of Sri Lankan maritime traditions, from the era of Marco Polo to modern naval developments.
Located 2.5 kilometers from Trincomalee Railway Station, the museum opens Wednesday through Monday from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM without entrance fees.
The museum's first floor contains extensive documentation of east coast marine life, with particular emphasis on the flora and fauna of Pigeon Island.
Location: Trincomalee
Inception: February 3, 2013
Opening Hours: Wednesday-Monday 08:30-15:30
Website: http://navy.lk
GPS coordinates: 8.56981,81.23744
Latest update: March 8, 2025 19:27
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