February at The Beacon Museum
The Beacon Museum in Whitehaven promises a rich blend of art, heritage, creativity and fun, as the museum unveils a February programme designed to inspire visitors of all ages. This month sees the opening of a new exhibition in the Light and Dark Gallery, celebrating...
First touring exhibition by The Cartoon Museum arrives at The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven
A celebration of Britain’s comic art heritage arrives this month at The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven, as it becomes one of the first venues to host The Cartoon Museum’s first touring exhibition. Comics: The Famous & Forgotten will open on 17 January and will be held...
Service, Solidarity and Sacrifice – Curator’s Exhibition Blog
Back in the Spring the exhibitions team at the Beacon Museum in Whitehaven was considering which public engagement opportunity to develop that could strongly reach out to local audiences. It soon became apparent, after the 80th Anniversary of VE Day in May, that a...
Exciting Changes Coming to The Beacon Shop!
The Beacon Museum Shop will be getting a fresh new look! From Saturday 20 September until Saturday 25 October, the shop will be closed for refurbishment. Don’t worry though—some of your favourite items will still be available to buy at a temporary stall near...