Pirates! Fact and Fiction
Torquay Museum
When: 30 April 2022 to 03 September 2022
Where: Pengelly Hall Torquay Museum
Time: 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
Cost: Normal Admission Charges Apply
Suitable for: Family friendly
From 30th April discover the world of maritime crime with Pirates! Fact and Fiction. This exhibition takes the visitor on a journey through pirate history, film and literature. From the Cilician pirates of the Roman Mediterranean to the Golden Age pirates of the Caribbean. Meet Vikings, Barbary corsairs and Chinese pirates on the way and discover facts about their ships, weapons, tactics and usually short lives! This UK touring exhibition Includes spectacular props costumes from TV and cinema productions including, Black Sails, Peter Pan and Spartacus. There are also many period objects including: weapons, ship models and treasure. This is a must see for children and adults alike and has interactives and a treasure trail.
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