Pirates Exhibition at The National Maritime Museum
Dauer: 1 Stunde
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Learn about the complex history of pirates at this limited-time exhibition. Explore how pirates have been portrayed in pop culture through film and fashion compared to their true history.
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Included
Entry to the Pirates exhibition at the National Maritime Museum
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Excluded
Food and drink
Excluded
Transport
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Schedule:
Address: National Maritime Museum, Romney Rd, London SE10 9NF
Opening hours: 10am – 5pm
Opening hours: 10am – 5pm
Please note:
The exhibition includes dramatic effects and themes of violence and is therefore recommended for visitors aged 7 and over.
Younger children are still welcome in the exhibition space, but we advise parents and carers to be mindful of the subjects raised.
The National Maritime Museum has accessible toilets, and our cafés, exhibitions and gift shops are wheelchair accessible.
All toilet and baby change facilities are wheelchair accessible.
This exhibition is open until 4th January 2026.
Younger children are still welcome in the exhibition space, but we advise parents and carers to be mindful of the subjects raised.
The National Maritime Museum has accessible toilets, and our cafés, exhibitions and gift shops are wheelchair accessible.
All toilet and baby change facilities are wheelchair accessible.
This exhibition is open until 4th January 2026.
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This Pirates exhibition at the National Maritime Museum explores the perception of piracy in pop culture. From fictional characters like Captain Hook to anti-heroes such as Captain Jack Sparrow, this exhibition examines why the idea of a pirate’s life still fascinates us today.
Through film and television, pirates are often portrayed as swashbuckling scoundrels, however the real history of pirates is far more complex. The Pirates exhibition follows their history from the South China Sea to the coast of North Africa. Focusing on real life figures including Edward ‘Blackbeard’ Teach, Anne Bonny, William Kidd and more, this exhibition showcases how the perception of pirates is changing.
From buried treasure to walking the plank, learn about what is truly fact and what is fiction. Admire a series of illustrations by Livia Giorgina Carpineto who brings the notorious pirate queen Zheng Yi Sao to life and see a The Pirate Hunter’s Cup on display while learning about the excellent Bartholomew Roberts.
Perfect for those with an interest in the history of pirates, this exhibition is a must-see at the National Maritime Museum!