[5] The bakery formed part of the Victualling Yard of the Malta Dockyard,[2] which supplied naval personnel of the Mediterranean Fleet with food and drink.

At its peak, the bakery produced 30,000 pounds (14,000 kg) of bread and biscuits every day using steam-powered machinery.

[4] After World War II, the bakery was converted into the headquarters of the Admiralty Constabulary, also housing some offices and stores.

Highlights include a large model of a third-rate ship of the navy of the Order of Saint John.

Following nationwide museum closures during the initial dire stages of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Heritage Malta started at the Maritime Museum a large-scale project of civil works, including rehabilitation and restoration; and digitisation,[7] including improved collections management, supported by funds from EEA and the Norway Grants.