[2] The museum was opened in 2009[2] by Barry Kirk, who changed his name by deed poll to Captain Beany.

The museum was located in the living room, bathroom and kitchen of his council flat.

[2] The museum contained examples of branded food cans, advertising and other promotional items associated with baked beans.

In 2018, the museum was the fourth most visited attraction in Port Talbot, according to figures by TripAdvisor.

The museum contained exhibitions about the Heinz brand to mark the company's 150th anniversary .