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Falkland Islands Museum, Stanley

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Get an in-depth look into the local heritage at Falkland Islands Museum, which exhibits the early history, way of life, and natural environment of the islands. Inside this small museum, set by the water's edge, you'll find everything from specimens of native birds to ship bells and maps, plus peculiarities such as a mug with a moustache protector. Keep your eye out for a 15-minute video of the Argentinian invasion and subsequent 1982 war. The powerful video is narrated by children who witnessed the conflict. Make Falkland Islands Museum a centerpiece of your Stanley vacation itinerary, and find what else is worth visiting using our Stanley travel itinerary maker.

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Wmjordan

this is a very interesting museum with myriad items on display from the china used when it was first settled to camping gear for explores like Ernest Shackleton. We missed this museum on our first vis... more »
Paul H

Really fascinating trip back in time, based on the everyday lives and cultural practices of the Falkland Islanders. Don't expect the the Imperial War Museum, as there is little to do with the invasion... more »
Dan L

The Falkland Islands Museum is located at the historical dockyard site in Stanley. The visitor can experience the essence of the Falkland Island here. You can explore the heritage and history of the I... more »

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Jose Benitez

I think they should read this the Brits who live on the islands. The 4 of February of 1540 a Spanish boat captained by Alonso de Camargo arrived at the Malvinas islands and remained in the archipelago until 3 of December of the same year. The British government insisted until well into the twentieth century that John Davis discovered the islands in 1592 and grounded in that his rights of sovereignty. However, modern British government and historians recognize that John Davis did not discover the islands. In 1592, date of the supposed discovery of John Davis, the islands already appeared in numerous Spanish maps.

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Yo yo Mofo

So funny to see the little Argentinians whine about it being their islands because some Spanish guy seen it from a ship as he sailed past. Britain built the place. Hands off pedro

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ALAN LEECH

I think that the Argentine people are indoctrinated from an early age on untrue history about the Falklands islands. The people that live there and have always lived there are from British descent and they should be allowed to live in there own country in peace.

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James Robinson

Hands off Pedro It's BRITISH .

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NeoFire BurnsPyro

its funny that Argentinians seriously believe that the Falkland islands are theirs. I find it amusing

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