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Cornwall Heritage Awards have celebrated Cornwall’s 80 plus museums, art galleries, castles, mines, historic properties, industrial heritage sites, archives and community museums since 2018. Every year, the most coveted Object of the Year category is decided by public vote.

This year the theme is 'Community'. Community is at the heart of Cornwall’s story. Across generations, people here have found strength in coming together, sharing skills, traditions and experiences, and expressing their identity in many different ways. 

Four Cornish heritage organisations have been shortlisted for Object of the Year 2026. Read about the objects below and then cast your vote.

Voting will close on Monday 20 April 2026 at midday. The winner will be announced at the Cornwall Heritage Awards ceremony on Tuesday 19 May 2026.

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Cornwall Heritage Awards have celebrated Cornwall’s 80 plus museums, art galleries, castles, mines, historic properties, industrial heritage sites, archives and community museums since 2018. Every year, the most coveted Object of the Year category is decided by public vote.

This year the theme is ‘Cornwall’s Creativity’. Cornwall has inspired many people in lots of different ways and has historically attracted artists, makers and thinkers. People in Cornwall have always been innovative, creative and resourceful, and this is reflected museum collections.

Six Cornish museums have nominated the objects they think should be Object of the Year 2025. Read about the objects below and then cast your vote.

Voting closed on Monday 10 February 2025 at midday. The winner was announced at the Cornwall Heritage Awards ceremony on Monday 17 March 2025.