What to do and see in Penzance, England: The Best Museums

A brand new art gallery in the heart of Newlyn. We host cutting edge artists and offer engaging events according to the artist's work. We sell original works, limited prints, posters and bespoke jewellery.

A large contemporary, independent art gallery established in 2006, set out over 3 floors in a listed building. The gallery represents established and emerging artists and specialises in painting, sculpture, ceramics and artist made jewellery, with an emphasis on a Cornish connection. Artists include Neil Pinkett, Kristin Vestgard, Maggie Matthews, Alasdair Lindsay, Daphne McClure & others

A lovely gallery situated on Chapel Street in Penzance. Selling beautiful watercolours painted by Sarah Bell a artist based in Corwall. Her loose and the use of vibrant colours really makes her style stand out !! The use of mis media and her skill to create wonderful images with the minimal brush stroke. We offer art for all budgets and also varied styles..

Riverbank Gallery is an independent gallery in the heart of historic Newlyn, showcasing contemporary art, ceramics and jewellery by artists and makers in Cornwall. Currently on show in the gallery is a mixed exhibition, featuring the works of local artists such as; Rodger Curtis, Shirley Foote, Elaine Turnbell, Peter Wray and Judy Collins.

Penlee House Gallery & Museum is the only Cornish venue specialising in the Newlyn School and early St Ives artists (c.1880 - c.1940). This popular museum and art gallery is set in a building that was originally a Victorian family home, surrounded by a delightful sub-tropical park formed from the original garden. Changing exhibitions throughout the year celebrate the rich artistic heritage of West Cornwall.Winner of the South West Tourism Excellence Awards 2011-12 and of the Cornwall Tourism Awards 2009, 2010 and 2011 as Small Visitor Attraction of the Year. Open Monday to Saturday (Closed Sundays) throughout the year, including most Bank Holidays (closed Christmas and New Year), opening hours are 10am - 5pm during the summer (Easter to September) and 10.30 to 4.30 in the winter, with last admission half an hour before closing.

Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens’ dramatic landscape, combined with large-scale exotic, sub-tropical planting, provides the backdrop to contemplative and inspiring art by internationally renowned artists. A major attraction near Penzance in West Cornwall, Tremenheere can be found in a beautiful sheltered valley, overlooking St Michael’s Mount, with woods and a stream, interwoven with an evolving programme of contemporary artwork. The creations of artists such as James Turrell, David Nash, Richard Long, Tim Shaw and Peter Randall-Page interact with the setting to create site-specific permanent work, which harmonises with the landscape. Within this breath-taking location, Tremenheere hosts its sculpture garden, gallery, shop, nursery and restaurant.

stunning small gallery selling Original, prints, greeting cards. The artist is my wife Sarah. She paints mostly in watercolours and her paintings come to life in a very unique way. The use of vibrant watercolours make the Gallery a must place to visit. We cater for all pockets and a friendly welcome will await.