Welcome to The Beacon Museum
We are open today | 10.00am – 4.30pm
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EVENT – KIDS
Friday 18 April | 11.00am, 1.00pm, 3.00pm
BUBBLE MAGIC WORKSHOP
In this workshop, children will get to stand inside a giant bubble and learn the tips and tricks to create their own balloon models!
EVENT – TALK
Wednesday 14 May 2025 | 6.00pm
IN CONVERSATION WITH DAVID REMFRY MBE RA
In Conversation with David Remfry offers an intimate and insightful dialogue with the acclaimed artist.
EVENT
Thursday 24 April 2025 | 7.00pm – 8.30pm
BEACON BOOK CLUB
A book club with a difference!
April’s Theme – Pure Imagination
Sharmanka – Merry-Go-World
A unique fusion of a multitude of art-forms combining kinetic sculptures with synchronised soundtrack and lighting design.
5 April – 1 June 2025 | The Harbour Gallery
We Think the World of You,
People and Dogs Drawn by David
Remfry MBE RA
Delicate portraits reveal the mutual understanding and sympathy of these relationships.
5 April – 22 June 2025 | The Light and Dark Gallery
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YOUR VISIT
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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.