Welcome to The Beacon Museum
We are now closed, however we are open tomorrow 10:00 – 16:30
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EVENT – KIDS
19 & 20 October 2024 | 11am, 1pm, 3pm
PET ENCOUNTERS
Learn about animals, their habitats and where they originate from. You’ll also get the opportunity to interact with many of the animals.
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EVENT
24 October 2024 | 7.00pm – 8.30pm
BEACON BOOK CLUB
Introducing a book club with a difference! Each month we’ll set a theme that compliments the museum’s changing exhibitions.
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WORKSHOP – ADULTS *LIMITED SPACES*
27 October 2024 | 11.00am – 1.30pm
INTRODUCTION TO KINTSUGI
Discover the ancient art of Kintsugi in a fun, creative way , and create beautiful ceramic pieces to take home.
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.