Museums And Archives

A sustainable future for Brampton Museum

Brampton Museum will become more financially and environmentally sustainable, ensuring that Newcastle’s unique heritage will remain accessible, valued and in good condition for future generations. The museum will diversify its audiences by supporting previously under-served communities to share their heritage with a series of free, open-to-all, vibrant events and activities co-created with local community groups. Lottery funding will provide the skills and capacity to create a ‘Friends of’ membership scheme for regular donors and lead a £1-£1 match fundraising campaign for local businesses. These and other new, long-term income streams will conserve the museum’s collection and keep the museum free for all regardless of personal circumstances. Finally, Brampton will reduce its environmental footprint and running costs by upgrading lighting, taps and insulation, and inspiring visitors to change their travel behaviour with a new bike rack.