A Whitehaven museum is celebrating the Queen’s platinum jubilee with royal crafts, a display of memorabilia and a special portrait of the monarch.
The Beacon Museum is hosting a display of royal mementos including the book signed by the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh when she opened the museum in June 2008.
There is also a special book that visitors can sign to congratulate the Queen on her Jubilee, which will be sent 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.
A painting of the Queen, part of the Beacon collection but not usually on display, is also 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 also get in the royal spirit by making jubilee bunting or their own crown to take home. The craft sessions will run all day and are included in the museum ticket price.
The museum will also host a special Jubilee Trail, where people can spot the royal clues as they make their way around. No booking is required and the trail is included with admission.
