The Maritime Archaeology Trust is a registered charity with over 25 years’ experience in research, investigations and pioneering techniques for the study of marine cultural heritage. Originating in the South of England as the Hampshire and Wight Trust for Maritime Archaeology, we have grown from our regional roots to an internationally renowned authority on maritime archaeological issues and research.

March 1961

The establishment of our museum, with two professional tourist agents, in small office in Boston.

January 1980

The establishment of our museum, with two professional tourist agents, in small office in Boston.

June 1998

The establishment of our museum, with two professional tourist agents, in small office in Boston.

May 2004

The establishment of our museum, with two professional tourist agents, in small office in Boston.