NEWS AND MEDIA RELEASES
Tides of Innovation: A Celebration of West Cumbria’s Global Impact
This Saturday 15 February a new exhibition launches at The Beacon Museum in Whitehaven. ‘Tides of Innovation’ is a groundbreaking exhibition that explores West Cumbria’s far-reaching influence on the world. Curated by volunteer Mike James, this pioneering exhibition...
Mayfield School students explore Whitehaven’s history with the Beacon Museum.
KS4 students from Mayfield School have been exploring the fascinating history behind Whitehaven’s street names through the ‘Street Life’ project, in partnership with the Beacon Museum. With guidance from Alan Gillon, Learning and Exhibition Engagement Manager at The...
The World of Peter Rabbit™ Storytime Trail to The Beacon
Hop into this walkthrough experience, where visitors will be able to immerse themselves in The Tale of Peter Rabbit.
6 July 2024 – 1 September 2024.
L S Lowry
Discover the story of L S Lowry and his Cumberland connection | 20 Jan 2024 – 14 April 2024
Step Back in Time: The Beacon Launches Monthly Pop-Up History Events
The Beacon Museum is launching a new series of monthly pop-up events offering the local community an opportunity to step back in time and explore our rich local history. Each month, these events will focus on a different theme, from the streets of Whitehaven to its...
Inspired by Industry exhibition underway at The Beacon Museum.
A captivating new art exhibition featuring powerful depictions of West Cumbria’s industrial heritage will open at The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven. Running from 18 January through to 30 March in the museum’s Light and Dark Gallery, ‘Inspired by Industry’ delves into West...
Second Thoughts
27 April 2024 – 23 June 2024
Beacon Museum offers free entry to local schools affected by Storm Eowyn
Local school children, whose schools were impacted by Storm Eowyn have been given a free visit to a local museum Following the severe impact of Storm Eowyn, three local schools - Jericho Primary School, Mayfield School and St Benedict’s Catholic High School - were...
Cast Your Vote: 25 Amazing Images Compete for the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award 2024
Hop into this walkthrough experience, where visitors will be able to immerse themselves in The Tale of Peter Rabbit.
6 July 2024 – 1 September 2024.
Seaside
Celebrate all things seaside!
20 July 2024 – 13 October 2024.