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Captain Cook Birthplace Museum
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Stewart Park
Marton
Middlesbrough
TS7 8AT
North Yorkshire
England
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Collection details
Agriculture, Archives, Coins and Medals, Land Transport, Maritime, Medicine, Natural Sciences, Personalities, Science and Technology, Social History, Trade and Commerce, Weapons and War, World Cultures
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Facilities
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The museum was first opened on 27th October 1978 to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Cook's birth. The site of the cottage in which he was born stands only yards from the museum, within Stewart Park.
The award winning museum underwent major refurbishment in 1998 with finance from the Hertitage Lottery, European Union and the Clore Foundation and the Council's own capital programme. The museum has recently been awarded the VAQAS standard.
The galleries now contain interactive displays, reconstructions, films, interpretive panels, computer databases and museum objects that combine to tell the story of Cook's life and the voyages of discovery he made in the 18th century.
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Contact details
General information (Tel)
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01642 311211
General information (Fax)
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01642 515659
E-mail
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capt.cookmuseum@middlesbrough.gov.uk
Website
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www.middlesbrough.gov.uk/main.asp?User=lkmfbfuiaikmhuiyqgcfgdalh&Section=4803
Website
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www.captcook-ne.co.uk
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Open
Mar- October Tues-Sun 1000-1730
Nov - Feb Tues - Sun 0900 -1600
Last admission 45mins before closing.
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Closed
Every Monday
24-28 December
1 January
3-7 January for annual maintenance
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Admission charges
£2.40 adults, £1. 20 children O.A.P.s and concessions, Family Ticket £6.00
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Discounts
Museums Association
National Trust
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Description
At the Captain Cook Birthplace Museum you can discover why Captain Cook is the world's most famous navigator. Sail into uncharted waters to see Cook and his crew encounter new peoples, lands, plants and animals through a combination of original artefacts, films, computer interactives, and hands-on displays. Uncover what life below decks was like for a member of the crew. Younger visitors can explore naval life with our own Sidney Scurvy.
Due to his many achievements, every year is a celebration of the anniversary of some important aspect of Cook's life. Our programme for 2005 is part of Sea Britain Year and the 250th anniversary of Cook joining the Royal Navy. Regular features include; the annual Captain Cook Celebrations to mark Cook's birthday (October 27th) and annual archaeological excavation of East Marton village and the birthplace site by Tees Archaeology (May/ June).
We host a changing programme of exhibitions as well as a regular events programme. For full details contact the museum.
The museum is fully accessible has lift to all floors, disabled toilet, designated disabled parking spaces outside museum(tel.for details od bboking spaces), hearing aid loop systems and welcomes guide dogs and hearing dogs for the deaf.
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Collections description
Ethnography, scientific instruments for navigation, natural history, life at sea, aboriginal art collection of over 500 items, some Cook and Cook family personalia, Cook postage stamps, coins and medals.
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Key artists and exhibits
Two modern works by Turner prize nominee Simon Patterson,
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Full size carved totem pole, by Richard Hunt and Tim Paul from Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada outside museum.
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Articles
Museum Gets Captain Cook Era Hawaiian Surfboard On Loan
Monkey 'Spy' Bone That Never Was - Now On Show At Curiosity Shop
Mermen To Polar Bears - Museum Of Curiosities Tours North East
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General Information
Brochure or leaflet available with directions to museum
Pre-booking service for groups
Information point provided
Guided tours
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Collections
Object identification and/or written enquiry service
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
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Disability Access
Braille information and/or interpretation
Events/teaching/resources for people with disabilities
Induction loops in exhibition spaces
Induction loops in lecture theatres
Large print information and/or interpretation
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Touch exhibits and/or handling sessions
Wheelchair access to all public areas
Wheelchairs available for loan
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Children and Families
Activities for pre-school children
Baby changing facilities
Events and resources for children and families
Gardens open to public
Picnic area
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General Education
Academic publications and resources available
Adult lectures and courses held
Education facilities available
Loan service
Member of staff available with responsibility for education
Reception and lunch facilities for educational groups
Teaching/resources available for HE/FE students
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Schools Education
Direct teaching services for schools
Primary school education service available
Printed/audio-visual information available for schools
Secondary school education service available
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Facilities
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
Gardens open to public
Library
Library with public access
Meeting room available
Object study facilities available (enquire in advance)
Picnic area
Refreshments
Research facilities for academics
Restaurant
Shop
Study facilities
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Information published here was believed to be correct at the time it was prepared. Welsh language pages developed with CYMAL: Museums Archives and Libraries Wales, funded by the Welsh Assembly Government.
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