Captain Cook birthplace museum

Captain Cook

Celebrating the life and achievements of Captain Cook...

The Captain Cook Birthplace Museum is situated within the landscaped grounds of Stewart Park near to the site of the cottage where James Cook was born.

The museum opened in 1978 and celebrates the life and achievements of Captain Cook, the world's most famous navigator.The museum has a regular programme of events, exhibitions and activities, which draw upon the life of Captain Cook and the people and lands that he visited. Details of these events can be seen by following this link to: What's on at The Captain Cook Birthplace Museum

The Captain Cook Birthplace Museum is an ideal starting point from which to explore Captain Cook Country and life in the eighteenth century.


Visitor information

Contact details:
Telephone: 01642 311211
Fax: 01642 515659
Address: Captain Cook Birthplace Museum, Stewart Park, Marton, Middlesbrough, TS7 8AT

Opening times

Days

Opening Times
Monday Closed
March-October
Tuesday-Sunday
10.00am - 5.30pm
November - Spring The museum closes on the 1st of November
for the winter.

Group visits
We welcome education and group visits. We can tailor sessions to suit the needs of our visiting groups. For further details please contact our Education officer on 01642 515656.

Find out more about Cook's exciting adventures through our on-line e-learning resource by following the external link to the right of your screen.