Helena Thompson Museum

Helena Thompson Museum is an independent museum in Workington displaying objects and archived materials that tell the story of the region. The collections cover industrial development and social change across several rooms and exhibition areas.

The building dates from the Georgian period and opened as a museum in 1940 after Helena Thompson gave it to the community. Its status as a listed building reflects its importance to the town's heritage.

The collections reflect how ordinary people lived and worked in this industrial region over time. Visitors can see the objects and stories that shaped daily life in the community.

The museum is easy to reach by car with accessible parking and ramp access to enter the building. A cafe inside provides refreshments for visitors on certain days of the week.

The museum offers an interactive virtual tour on tablet devices for visitors unable to reach upper floors. This digital approach ensures all displays can be explored regardless of physical limitations.

Location: Allerdale

Inception: 1940

Address: Park End Road, Workington CA14 4DE

Phone: 0190064040

Website: http://helenathompson.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 54.64145,-3.53834

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:28