What’s on
View what activities, talks and workshops we have coming up at the museum.
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WHAT’S ON
EXHIBITION – Harbour Gallery
5 April – 1 June 2025 *OPENING THIS SATURDAY*
SHARMANKA MERRY GO WORLD
A unique fusion of a multitude of art-forms combining kinetic sculptures with synchronised soundtrack and lighting design.
EXHIBITION – Light and Dark Gallery
5 April – 22 June 2025 *OPENING THIS SATURDAY*
WE THINK THE WORLD OF YOU – People and Dogs drawn together by David Remfry MBE RA
Delicate portraits reveal the mutual understanding and sympathy of these relationships.
EVENT – KIDS
Thursday 17 April 2025 | 11.00am & 1.00pm & 3.00pm
PET ENCOUNTERS
Embark on an unforgettable Pet Encounter Experience where you can meet, greet and interact with some of the most adorable and fascinating animals.
EVENT – KIDS
Friday 18 April 2025 | 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
Thursday 24 April 2025 | 7.00pm – 8.30pm
BEACON BOOK CLUB
A book club with a difference!
April’s Theme – Pure Imagination
EVENT – TALK
Tuesday 6 May 2025 | 7.30pm
FRIENDS OF THE BEACON
Postman’s Paths by Alan Cleaver
EVENT
Saturday 10 May 2025| 9.15am – 10.00am
FREEDOM FLOW YOGA
Ruth will guide you with a beautiful breath meditation and gentle movements, which will help you to unwind.
EVENT – TALK
Wednesday 14 May 2025| 2.00pm
GALLERY TALK WITH DAVID REMFRY
We’re delighted to welcome acclaimed contemporary painter David Remfry RA MBE to The Beacon Museum. Join us as he conducts a gallery tour of the exhibition and hear him reveal the inspirations behinds We Think the World of You.
EVENT – TALK
Wednesday 14 May 2025| 6.00pm
IN CONVERSATION WITH DAVID REMFRY
In Conversation with David Remfry offers an intimate and insightful dialogue with the acclaimed artist..
EXHIBITION – Harbour Gallery
21 June – 14 September 2025
GIANT SOFT BRICKS PLAYLAND
Entertaining, hands-on, soft-play which is suitable for 1 – 12 years. Separate fee to museum admission
EXHIBITION – Light and Dark Gallery
5 July – 7 September 2025
FORTY FARMS
This exhibition is the result of frank conversations about change in the landscapes of Cumbria.
Eat, shop and discover
Howling Wolf Artisan Bakery and Cafe
Bakery & Cafe serving delicious coffee & meals & in-house baked bread & pastries. For more information click here (please note this link takes you to a Facebook page).
Tues-Sat 10.00am – 4.30pm
Sun 10.00am-4:00pm.
The Beacon Museum Shop
Featuring a range of unique gifts that continue the story and themes of your visit. From iconic Whitehaven scenes in print, to locally crafted preserves and gifts.
Explore Whitehaven
The Beacon Team have lots of knowledge of Whitehaven and the local areas. They are more than happy to help direct you to discover the stunning area surrounding the Museum.