Unlock the wonders of our waterways... With its delightful waterside setting, flotillas of historic boats and fascinating displays housed in fine Victorian buildings, the Museum is a great day out whatever the weather.
Visitors can take a boat trip through an industrial landscape, visit the museum blacksmith and explore traditional narrow boats and homes through the ages, complete with cottage gardens.
Its stunning location beside the Mersey and the Manchester Ship Canal make the museum well-placed to show how the waterways helped drive the UK's astonishing industrial revoution.
And with 21st century displays, exhibitions in the Archive Centre, boats on the move and our wonderful volunteers helping bring the Museum to life, there's always plenty to see and do.
