The Rum Story facts for kids
The Rum Story is a fun visitor attraction and museum located in Whitehaven, Cumbria, England. It teaches you all about the history of rum and how it was made and traded. This interesting museum is set up inside a real trading shop and warehouses that were built way back in 1785!
The Rum Story first opened its doors in May 2000. It was started with help from the United Kingdom National Lottery through the Millennium Commission. In 2007, it was even voted "Small Visitor Attraction" by Cumbria Tourism, which shows how popular it is!
Discovering The Rum Story
This museum helps you explore the long history of rum. You can learn about how rum was made from sugar cane. You also discover how it was shipped across the oceans to different countries. It's like taking a journey back in time!
The Jefferson Family's History
The museum also shares the story of the Jefferson family. They were wine merchants who imported wine and spirits for more than 200 years! Their business lasted until 1998. Brothers Henry and Robert Jefferson were involved in two large estates in Antigua. These estates were called York's Estate and the New Division Estate. Many people worked on these estates to help produce the goods that were traded. Other members of the Jefferson family were also connected to trade in places like the Bahamas and Jamaica. The museum helps you understand how important families like the Jeffersons were to the history of trade.
