Welcome to The Beacon Museum
We are now closed, however we are open tomorrow 10:00 – 16:30
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EXHIBITION – Light and Dark Gallery
Saturday 18 January – Sunday 30 March
INSPIRED BY INDUSTRY
Featuring 11 unseen Percy Kellys.
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EVENT – WORKSHOP
Saturday 25 January | 11.00am – 1.30pm
Contemporary Gilding
Learn the art of contemporary gilding, how it has changed over time and how you can use it in your own home.
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EVENT – KIDS
Saturday 1 February 2025| 11am, 1pm, 3pm
CHINESE NEW YEAR
The year of the Snake, with the Pet Encounters, crafts and a talk about the history.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Stunning images will be unveiled as Wildlife Photographer of the Year arrives at The Beacon Museum.
26 October 2024 – 26 January 2025
The Harbour Gallery
Stormy Scene by William Fortescue, Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
Credit: © William Fortescue.
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YOUR VISIT
Discover our past, present and future.
VISIT
Everything you need to know on visiting The Beacon Museum.
GALLERIES
Whether you’re 4 or 104, there is something for everyone to enjoy at The Beacon Museum.
HOWLING WOLF ARTISAN BAKERY AND CAFE
Sit back and relax with family and friends and enjoy a delicious bite to eat in the Café.
THE BEACON PORTAL
Looking to hire a room? Well look no further.
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HARBOUR AND TOWN TRAIL
There is more to discover at Whitehaven Harbour!
Use the West Cumbria with the Beacon Museum App to find points of interest along the trail and the use the GPS enabled map to track your progress.