Brighton Fishing Museum, Brighton
The Brighton Fishing Museum is located on the beach at King's Road near the Artists Quarter in an area known as the Fishing Quarter. It is an independent museum that is dedicated to the fishing industry of Brighton.
The museum displays the history and traditions of the fishing community. Included in the exhibition are a series of images and artifacts. Patrons can watch films and a slide show that detail the fishing industry from the 19th century through modern day. There are also a number of fishing boats from past and present on display.
In addition to fishing boats, visitors will see restored pleasure boats on the beach and model boats inside the museum. The Brighton Fishing Museum offers occasional events, like the Annual Brighton Mackerel Fair that takes place every May.
The museum is open from 10 AM to 4 PM seven days per week. Admission is free but donations are accepted.
The museum displays the history and traditions of the fishing community. Included in the exhibition are a series of images and artifacts. Patrons can watch films and a slide show that detail the fishing industry from the 19th century through modern day. There are also a number of fishing boats from past and present on display.
In addition to fishing boats, visitors will see restored pleasure boats on the beach and model boats inside the museum. The Brighton Fishing Museum offers occasional events, like the Annual Brighton Mackerel Fair that takes place every May.
The museum is open from 10 AM to 4 PM seven days per week. Admission is free but donations are accepted.
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Sight Name: Brighton Fishing Museum
Sight Location: Brighton, England (See walking tours in Brighton)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Sight Location: Brighton, England (See walking tours in Brighton)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
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