Winner of the 2013 VisitEngland Gold Award for Excellence! Visit the house where the James Cook came to serve his seaman's apprenticeship. The handsome 17th century house on the harbour belonged to Cook's master, the Quaker shipowner, John Walker. It was here in the attic that the family lodged thier apprentices when not at sea serving the London coal trade.The Museum's rich collection celebrates Cook's achievements and the work of those who sailed with him - sailors, scientists and artists.See letters in Cook's own hand, original paintings and drawings, ship models and maps, and strange. objects from newly discovered lands. Special Exhibition 2025 -"Uncharted Dangers: Health at Sea and in Space." This exhibition explores the medical challenges faced by sailors during the Age of Discovery and draw parallels to the health considerations of modern space exploration.

Welcome to The Endeavour Experience. The only life size replica of Captain Cook’s HM Bark Endeavour in the northern hemisphere, and Whitby’s newest family tourist attraction. Visitors can climb aboard and experience interactive features and displays that will help you imagine what life was like for the 95 crew members during the three-year voyage. During your visit go below decks to the Orlop Cafe and enjoy a light lunch followed by delicious homemade cakes and traybakes.

Two fantastic collections and a fabulous programme of temporary exhibitions can be seen in this beautiful gallery. Located in the beautiful Pannett Park and Sharing a building with Whitby Museum the gallery is situated in the heart of Whitby. Open Tuesday - Sunday, 9.30 - 4.30. Last admission 4pm. Admission Free

Located in a beautiful C17th building in the historic east side of Whitby, the area most asscociated with Whitby Jet jewellery manufacturing throughout history. The Ebor Jetworks has recently featured on BBC Countryfile, where we took the team on a Jet hunting trip before showing them how we worked the material back in the workshop. Described by customers as "A real Gem", our independant family run business gives visitors an opportunity to learn all about Whitby Jet, its history, geology, gemmology, folklore, myth and magic, from our expert research gemmologst ( FGA, DGA and doctoral researcher),as well as watch our talented artisans work from the rough stone into finished pieces of jewellery, right in front of you. Both traditional and contemporary pieces are designed, created and sold on the premises. There is also a large selection of fine victorian antique Whitby Jet mourning jewellery if you are looking for that unique piece of British history.

Welcome to The Art Cafe Contemporary Gallery, Set within a conservation area on three floors, you will find a refreshing light and airy gallery space in the heart of Whitby. Our aim is to create an atmosphere that is vibrant yet minimal, exciting yet relaxing; a perfect place to spend an hour or two viewing a diverse range of quality contemporary art.