American Museum & Gardens
Also known as: The American Museum in Britain
The mission of the American Museum is to educate, stimulate, and inspire its visitors in order to further the understanding of American history and culture. The Museum carries out this mission through the presentation of its historic rooms, its decorative art and folk art collections, and its special exhibitions, publications, educational programmes, and gardens.
Activities & Mission
The mission of the American Museum is to educate, stimulate, and inspire its visitors in order to further the understanding of American history and culture. The Museum carries out this mission through the presentation of its historic rooms, its decorative art and folk art collections, and its special exhibitions, publications, educational programmes, and gardens.
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Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,637,118 | £2,373,297 | £2,056,160 | £18,533,044 | £289,929 | 40 / 100 |
| 2024 | £2,653,312 | £3,254,709 | £2,667,184 | £18,842,471 | £3,700,000 | 58 / 100 |
| 2023 | £2,133,427 | £2,803,244 | £2,195,257 | £19,652,867 | £3,400,000 | 34 / 195 |
| 2022 | £1,599,172 | £2,938,335 | £2,415,509 | £19,679,352 | £3,800,000 | 65 / 195 |
| 2021 | £1,672,339 | £2,601,008 | £2,192,886 | £21,868,217 | £5,619,349 | 48 / 175 |
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Frequently asked questions about American Museum & Gardens
What does American Museum & Gardens do?
The mission of the American Museum is to educate, stimulate, and inspire its visitors in order to further the understanding of American history and culture. The Museum carries out this mission through the presentation of its historic rooms, its decorative art and folk art collections, and its special exhibitions, publications, educational programmes, and gardens.
How much income did American Museum & Gardens report in 2025?
American Museum & Gardens reported total income of £1.64m and reported expenditure of £2.37m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was American Museum & Gardens registered as a charity?
American Museum & Gardens was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 November 2004 as charity number 1106989. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs American Museum & Gardens?
American Museum & Gardens is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is William Henry Thomas Sheppard. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does American Museum & Gardens operate?
American Museum & Gardens operates in Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is American Museum & Gardens a registered charity?
Yes — American Museum & Gardens is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1106989.
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Also Known As
- The American Museum in Britain
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