SURF!

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10am - 5pm

Location

National Maritime Museum Cornwall, Falmouth

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Dates

Fri 28th March, 2025 — Sun 10th January, 2027

10am - 5pm

About this event

100 years of Waveriding in Cornwall

Along the 422 miles of exposed Cornish coastline, waves tear and tumble towards land, shaping the peninsula – and its people. Exposure to the Atlantic Ocean’s barrelling swells has led to a strong and enduring tie to the sea for so many who live here.

SURF!, the major exhibition from National Maritime Museum Cornwall, celebrates a century of surfing in Cornwall, and reveals how the county has become a global stage for surf innovation, activism and a trailblazer in blue health. It explores how Cornish surf culture has influenced music, film, fashion and art with unseen works by leading contemporary artists including Damien Hirst and Abigail Fallis. Through 100 surfboards, the exhibition uncovers the hidden histories of once unknown female surfers, reveals the 1920s pioneers who led the way and spotlights the surf champions made here today.

Just as the thrashing waves shape the Cornish landscape, Cornwall’s communities have helped shape an entire industry.

Contact

01326 313 388 | https://nmmc.co.uk/surf/

Accessibility

Details

There are five levels in the Museum, all of which are accessible by lift or ramp. Accessible toilets are located on the first and second floors and there are larger facilities available if required. An ADi Room Mate is installed in the accessible toilet near to the Waterside Cafe. For more accessibility information please visit our website: https://nmmc.co.uk/visit/accessibility/.

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