FREE days at The Beacon Museum
THE BEACON Museum in Whitehaven is opening its doors to everyone for free at the end of this month. The event is a ‘thank you’ to local people and partners for their support, and a chance for everyone to see what the museum has to offer, at no cost. The...
A very special Christmas at the Beacon Museum
THE BEACON Museum has revealed an exciting programme of Christmas events. There is something for everyone, from wreath-making for kids to family photography sessions – and there’s even a chance to meet Frozen’s Elsa. See all the details below....
Museum and its staff deemed ‘superb’
STAFF at The Beacon Museum have been recognised as offering visitors an exceptional experience. The team has been awarded the ‘Welcome Accolade’ by tourism body Visit England. It means the museum has been assessed by experts for its content, staff, cleanliness,...
Could you take care of a masterpiece?
COULD you help take care of a masterpiece? A 400-year-old Rembrandt painting is currently drawing the crowds at Whitehaven’s Beacon Museum, and people are being offered once-in-a-lifetime volunteering opportunities. The Dutch master’s ‘Saskia van...