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It all began here!
For ten years, Cook explored the unknown waters of the Pacific, South Atlantic and Arctic oceans.
Cook learnt his seaman's trade in Whitby. The Museum is in the 17th-century house where he lodged as an apprentice when not at sea.
Our rich collections tell the story.
Open daily
Sat 7 February to Fri 27 March: 10.30am - 3.00pm
Sat 28 March to Sunday 1 Nov: 10.00am - 5.00pm
November: Tuesday and Thursday: 11.00am - 3.00pm
Winter Closure: From December to Half Term February
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