Maritime Museum child looks at model boat

Maritime Museum and Occupation Tapestry Gallery

Mûsée Mathitînme & Gal'lie d'la Tapiss'sie d'L'Otchupâtion

An interactive adventure about Jersey’s seafaring history and the Island’s story during World War II    


Immerse yourself in the Island’s shipbuilding past with songs and stories of the sea, Jersey privateers and pirates, and maritime legends. Learn hands-on about the tides and designing a ship. Then follow the story of Jersey’s seafood, beach and seaside entertainment.

In the harbour behind the Museum, look out for the historic Jersey boats of the Heritage Fleet lovingly restored by Jersey Heritage boat shop volunteers – the unique story of each boat can be discovered in an interpretation panel on the harbourside.

Also on-site is the Occupation Tapestry Gallery, 13 panels of the tapestry woven by Islanders, which depicts a life of hardship during the five years of Occupation by German armed forces during the Second World War.

 

 

Heritage Pass

4 sites for the price of 3

Enjoy wonderful days out at Jersey’s spectacular castles, historic houses and fascinating museums.  Offering great value for money, the Jersey Heritage Pass gives unlimited access to 4 sites for the price of 3 and are valid for 7 days.

Passes are available to buy at Jersey Heritage sites.

Adult (16+): £44.60

Senior (65+): £40.25

Child/Student: £29.60

Family: 2 adults & 2 children: £134.15

Children under 6 years old go FREE

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History

Island at war

The Channel Islands were occupied by Nazi forces during World War II, read one woman's extraordinary story.

Places to Visit

Hamptonne Country Life Museum

A picturesque country farm estate from the 15th century sharing the story of Jersey’s rural life.

Places to Visit

La Hougue Bie

A peaceful and ancient site where you can visit one of the oldest buildings in the world.

Places to Visit

Jersey Museum, Art Gallery & Victorian House

In the heart of St Helier you’ll discover the story of Jersey.

Signal Station People look at signal station with Jersey Museum building in background

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Signal Station

The Island’s only working signal station is at Fort Regent, displaying weather warnings and signals for special occasions.

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Listen

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We take a look at the story of Howard D, Jersey’s first motor lifeboat, and the rest of the historic fleet on display outside the Maritime Museum. 

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