Grimsby's National Fishing Heritage Centre marks 30 years
The museum now has plans to expand
Last updated 25th May 2021
Grimsby's National Fishing Heritage Centre is celebrating its 30th birthday today.
The museum, first opened on the 25th of May 1991, pays tribute to the town's world-famous fishing industry and the thousands of men who lost their lives at sea.
Its won several awards over the years, including the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and Travellers Choice Award.
The attraction is also a holder of the Sandford Award for “Outstanding Contribution to Heritage Education and Learning within the Historic Environment”.
David Ornsby, education officer and acting operations manager at the centre, said: “In her speech at the 1991 opening ceremony, Cllr Muriel Barker said ‘We’re paying homage tonight to Grimsby’s great people and its great past, but more than that, we’re affirming our confidence in Great Grimsby’s future. The message is clear, we’re proud of Grimsby!’."
“Thirty years on, we are still sharing our pride in our town and telling the story of those that did the most dangerous peacetime occupation in Britain."
"A group of people that gave us a national dish and made Great Grimsby famous around the world."
"With exciting times ahead for Grimsby, including hopes to expand and develop the wider stories around the creation of our fascinating fishing industry and trawlers, we hope for an even greater future for this very special attraction.”
The Heritage Centre reopened on the 18th of May and is once again taking bookings.
Museum visits, which include Ross Tiger, begin at 10am, 12pm and 2pm, with the tours of the ship taking place at 11am, 1pm and 3pm.