Hello everyone! Please find here our latest newsletter for November. This month we’ve included a look back at our Remembrance Day exhibition, an update on our alum interpretation project, and a piece from my apprenticeship reflecting on decision-making and the future of our digitised catalogue. I hope you enjoy reading it as much as we enjoyed putting it together. A huge thank you for the donation in response to last month's newsletter “with fond memories of regular holidays

It’s a chilly winter morning in Staithes, the kind where the sea mist hangs low over the rooftops and there are more cats than seagulls on the streets - all the birds are tucked up in the cliff, out of the wind's reach. I come in through the museum door and say good morning to Rosie, who has already got the kettle on. It’s quiet — winter is always a gentler season here — but that’s part of the charm. The first job of the day is to make sure the shop is ready. A few postcards

Dear All, Sorry it's late, but we've been suffering from success at the museum - with record visitor numbers, and an exciting pile of...

At Staithes Museum, our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do — whether they’re welcoming visitors, caring for artefacts, or...

At Staithes Museum, we believe that practical experience is one of the best ways for young people to learn and grow. That’s why we offer flexible work experience placements that allow students to immerse themselves in the day-to-day life of a working museum. Our placements are tailored to match each student’s interests and strengths, ensuring they gain useful skills and an unforgettable experience. We know that every young person’s goals and passions are different. To show ju

- the Staithes Museum Fact File! This comprehensive document, now available to all our volunteers, serves as an essential guide to the ...