Whitby Museum

Whitby Museum is Whitby’s treasure trove! Here you can explore stunning collections of local fossils, natural history, model ships, carved jet, toys, costumes & social history. In fact, there’s something for everyone! Our collection of over 90,000 artefacts, donated over 2 centuries is of local, national & international interest.

As well as our permanent collection we have special exhibitions:

Our exhibition room has a changing programme of stunning exhibitions; recent exhibitions have included; “200 Years of Collecting” and “Our Lasses – Inspirational Women of Whitby”.  The costume gallery has a new exhibition each year to highlight differing aspects of the collection. See our website for the latest exhibition information.

Children will be fascinated by the massive wall mounted marine reptile fossils & everyone is sure to want to see the gruesome Hand of Glory! As you wander around our exhibits, discover how leeches helped predict the weather in Victorian times & marvel over the intricate hand carved jet models & jewellery. Find out about Whitby’s maritime past from the adventurous Captain Cook to the famous Scoresby whaling family. Discover the creatures that inhabit our local shoreline and learn about amazing fossils which can be found on our local beaches.

During your visit be sure to treat yourself at our tea room, Flock Kitchen & Coffee, where you can enjoy tasty treats and light lunches.