Sussex Archaeological Society to manage its properties (plaques with this name can still be seen at Lewes Castle, Anne of Cleves House Museum and the Priest House. The building was in a bad state of repair and the renovation was made primarily with local contributions. It was opened as a museum in 1928, and is one of several properties administered by the Sussex Archaeological Society. Today Today the building is a public museum, holding permanent displays which concentrate on Shoreham's important maritime past and the local history of this part of Sussex. The Archaeology Gallery looks at the Shoreham area from early prehistory to medieval times. Pictures from the extensive art collection are changed regularly and displayed at the two recently built galleries. The building was listed at Grade II* by English Heritage on 8 May 1950. Such buildings are defined as being "particularly important ... [and] of more than special interest". As of February 2001, it was one of six Grade II* listed buildings, and 119 listed buildings of all grades, in Adur district. References External links Sussex Past Site – most current information Marlipins Adur Site Friends of Marlipins Museum Shoreham History Portal Adur District Grade II* listed buildings in West Sussex Museums in West Sussex Local museums in West Sussex Shoreham-by-Sea