Community Engagement

Many museums in Cornwall are already at the heart of their local communities. We help museums to extend their reach and develop their offer for local people by trying out new approaches or working with new partners. As part of our Arts Council England’s MPM programme we will be piloting a wide range of community development activities. Please check this website for updates.

Collaborative working at the heart of Cornwall’s culture

August

Volunteer Case Studies

Volunteers are essential to the running of our museums in Cornwall. Volunteering can be anything from cataloguing items or greeting visitors to delivering educational activities or directing a museum. Our volunteers work

November

A Trio of Fun Palaces

During October, Falmouth Art Gallery, Helston Museum and Penlee House took part in ‘Fun Palaces’ throwing open their doors and bringing together a plethora of free arts and science activities for the

November

Wadebridge and District Museum’s Memory Day

A Memory Day in Wadebridge on 21 September positively buzzed. There was much interest in the photographic exhibits, which included the history of Wadebridge and its bridge, Trevanion Culverhouse, the railway, and local