The Beacon Museum will host the spell-binding Sharmanka Merry-Go-World exhibition from 5 April – 1 June in the Harbour Gallery. This unique showcase, presented by Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre for the first time England, brings an extraordinary fusion of kinetic...
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...
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...
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...
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...