Welcome to The Box | The Box Plymouth

Admission is free

Thanks for stopping by. We are Plymouth's award-winning museum, art gallery and archive with a 2022 European Museum of the Year Special Commendation.

We're open 10am-5pm Tuesday-Sunday and Bank Holidays. You don't need to book a ticket unless you'd like to reserve a space in our Cottonian Research Room.
We can't wait to welcome you for a visit.

Now on display

So much to see - including paintings, ceramics, drawings, sculpture, photography and film

A visitor looking at 'A Fish Sale on a Cornish Beach' by Stanhope Forbes

Latest news

60 years of television history in public libraries across the UK

New audio play live! Listen to 'The Light Follows Everyone'

Close up of a colourful fused glass window

The Box partners with National Gallery for virtual exhibition

Detail from Fruits of the Spirit, created with Moyosa Media © National Gallery, London, featuring Devon Lane, Westlake, Ben Hartley

Outside The Box

Smeaton's Tower

Open until Sunday 1 October 2023.

Public Art

The Box has a key role in the future development of public art in Plymouth, commissioning new art in the public realm as an important part of its contemporary arts programme.

Elizabethan House

Open until Sunday 1 October 2023 (closed 1 May and 8 May).

Plymouth Heritage Pass

Visit three historic sites for one price!

RETAIL THERAPY: Our eco-friendly shop is packed with products by local makers and inspired by our collections and exhibitions. Visit while you're on site or shop online.