Poole Museum Information

Poole Museum tells the inspiring story of a town and a people shaped by the sea. Following a transformational redevelopment, we're now open with a bold new vision and an exciting visitor experience. Explore the NEW Poole Museum and discover: • Six brand-new galleries spread across five floors • Three immersive maritime galleries – Harbour Life, Setting Sail, and Shipwreck! • The Poole Iron Age Logboat – nearly 10 metres long and the largest ever found in Southern Britain, now on open display • Two flexible exhibition spaces hosting a dynamic programme of touring and temporary exhibitions • Interactive displays and engaging new exhibits • Family-friendly trails for children of all ages • A vibrant calendar of events, workshops, and activities • A museum shop featuring locally inspired gifts and products Also part of the museum estate is Scaplen’s Court & Garden, a beautifully preserved medieval merchant’s house with a tranquil herb and physic garden. It’s also home to the museum’s inviting café – The Old Town Salt Pig. Free entry ensures everyone can explore, stay a while, then return again and again.