Talk: Behind the Scenes: Sunken treasures: a sea shell collector’s dream

A collection of nearly 2 million shells is kept just behind the scenes at the Museum. 

We have shells of all shapes and sizes, from the beautiful to the mysterious, found in almost every habitat and country on Earth. 

This Welsh collection is of international importance, and is searched and used daily in a surprising variety of ways. 

The visit will take you into the Melvill-Tomlin shell store where you will be able to handle some of the most extraordinary shells, see newly-discovered species, find out about Britain’s rarest snails, and even hear a shell trumpet!

Book your tickets 

Booking Information   

• The tour will last for approximately 45 minutes.  Please meet at the Ticketing Desk in the Main Hall.
• The tour costs £8 per person.
• The tour will be in the curator's first language which is English.
• Due to the behind-the-scenes nature of the tour there will be some spaces which will require you to be in close proximity to other visitors and the curator.
• Tickets are non-refundable, and no refunds or exchanges will be given to latecomers.      
   

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