Our galleries and exhibitions are waiting for you to explore.

Calling all Copeland residents, you can now experience Whitehaven’s fantastic Museum for FREE!

 Simply provide proof of your address (i.e. Utility Bill or ID) with no booking required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Entry includes access to the current Harbour Gallery, Photographic Exhibition, Rediscover Copeland – a trip around Copeland in the 1950’s and 60’s through the work of local photographer, Ivor Nicholas. Also the Touring Exhibition, Medieval Medicine, brought to you by Jorvik Group.

The Beacon Museum is open to Copeland residents for free on the following dates:

Thursday 22nd July 2021 and every Thursday thereafter until Thursday 26th August 2021.

The Beacon Museum is still working to keep staff, visitors, and the community safe.

Although booking is not required, staff might need to manage the number of visitors in the Museum.

All our staff continue to wear face coverings and the Museum recommends and expects that visitors do the same, unless they are medically exempt.

Discover the past, present and future at The Beacon Museum.

Between Whitehaven’s mines and harbour, this distinctive museum and arts venue tells the story of historic Copeland, an area set amongst the Lake District’s dramatic mountain and coastal landscapes.

Come and see what you can discover with our Interactive Exhibitions.

Absorb yourself in amazing coastal views from the iconic Viewing Gallery.