The BEACON Museum is celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with royal crafts, a display of memorabilia and a special portrait of the monarch.
The museum on Whitehaven's harbourside has a strong link to the Queen and the Royal Family after her visit a number of years ago.
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The display of royal mementos includes the book signed by the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh when she opened the Beacon Museum in June 2008.
A spokesperson said: "There is also a special book that visitors can sign to congratulate the Queen on her Jubilee. This commemorative book will then be sent on to Buckingham Palace.
"Anyone can write a message in the book – it, and the display of memorabilia, are in the museum foyer and a ticket to the museum is not required. People can also see the plaque Her Majesty unveiled during the opening ceremony.
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"A painting of the Queen, part of the Beacon collection but not usually on display, is being brought out and hung especially for the occasion.
"Further exhibits inside the museum celebrate the Queen’s coronation, and her silver, gold and diamond jubilees."
From May 28 until June 6, visitors can get in the royal spirit by making jubilee bunting or their own crown to take home. These craft sessions run all day, and are included in the museum ticket price.
You can also take part in the Jubilee Trail, there will be royal clues across the four floors filled with interactive exhibtions. No booking is required and the trail is included with admission.
The popular family exhibition 'Pirates of the Beacon Museum' continues. There are a number of pirate themed activities and a chance to win some Lego prizes. To find out more information please visit thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk/2022/04/pirates-due-to-sail-in-to-the-beacon-museum/
The Yellow Earl - the Life of Hugh Lowther is another of the museum's ongoing exhibitions. It's a look at the fascinating life of one of the more colourful members of the aristocracy.
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