The Falkland Islands Museum and National Trust in Stanley, Stanley, Falkland Islands | Museum

When visiting Stanley, make sure you go and enjoy the informality of this beautifully kept and remarkable Museum.
The building was constructed in 1981 for the Argentine Air Force, who at that time maintained a twice-weekly air service to mainland South America. After the events of 1982 the Argentines no longer required the house, which was then occupied by the various Commanders of the British Forces in the Falklands until Mount Pleasant Airfield was completed in 1985. The Museum was officially opened by former Governor Sir Rex Hunt, CMG on 13 February 1989.
Even Holdfast Road where the Museum is located has important historical significance. It was here on 14 June 1982, that Maj Gen Sir Jeremy Moore, KCB, OBE, MC ordered his land forces to 'Hold Fast' until he had negotiated a surrender with the Argentine General, Mario Menendez.
It is the Museum's objective to present a taste of the many aspects of the Falklands' rich and varied history covering domestic, maritime, social, military and natural history. If you have a specialised interest, or wish to go more deeply into a particular subject, the staff will be pleased to assist.