Heritage Charities That specialise in Museum
Discover 708 Heritage charities that specialise in museum. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Croydon Natural History And Scientific Society Limited
Arts, Heritage, ResearchLecture meetings, field meetings. Running a library and a museum. Publishing a journal.
Holyhead Maritime Museum LTD
Charitable activities, HeritageTo advance the education of the public in local maritime history by the provision of a museum.
Chardon Trust
Arts, HeritageEssentially the Trust operates the Llandudno Museum and also has the powers to provide educational facilities at the Museum.
The Harrison Zoological Museum Trust
Environment, Heritage, ResearchThe Harrison Zoological Museum Trust is a registered scientific institution (CITES No. GB010), which promotes biodiversity conservation and environmental protection, primarily in the Palaeotropics and subtropics, through research, capacity building and working with local communities.
Abney Park Trust
Beneficiary group, Facilities, Heritage, ReligionThe conservation and management of Abney Park (a 32acre memorial park, heritage chapel & woodland nature reserve) for environmental and arts education, skills training courses, museum/archive services, & cultural events. Projects include restoration of the Abney Park Chapel, arboretum, and memorials, and a new classroom and children's garden. Based in Stoke Newington, Hackney, London N16.
The Kidderminster Railway Museum Trust Limited
HeritageAn independent museum established for the collection and conservation of relics and documents depicting the railways of the British Isles, and subsequently making them available to all those who wish to access them.
Victor Adda Foundation
HeritageThe principle activity of the trust is the continued support of the Fan Museum Trust.
The Twickenham Museum
Charitable activities, HeritageTO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC BY THE PROVISION OF A MUSEUM.
Shropshire Regimental Museum Trust
Armed forces, HeritageThe Shropshire Regimental Museum/Soldiers of Shropshire Museum incorporates the traditions and history of all the former Shropshire Regiments. It collects, documents, conserves, exhibits and interprets items relevant to the history of these Regiments. The Modern Army Display now includes a regularly updated display of the equipment and deployment of the successor Regiments.
London County Council Tramways Trust
Charity and VCS support, HeritageIn support of the trust's objectives, the Trust is raising funds to complete the restoration to working order of London County Council tramcar No. 1, which forms part of the collection of the National Tramways Museum (registered charity no. 313615).
The London Scottish Regimental Trust
Armed forces, Arts, Charitable activities, HeritagePay all expenses incidental to the administration of the charity. After paying expenses income to be used to promote militiary efficiency of the unit. Make grants to museum and library of London Scottish.
Andrew Logan Museum Sculpture Limited
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, HeritageThe Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture Limited was formed in August 1987 as a Charitable Trust to display to the public the works of Sculptor Andrew Logan, to advance the education of the public in England and Wales. The Museum organises workshops, festivals & performances for adults & children, schools & college groups in Berriew, Montgomeryshire, Powys, Wales
Bushey Museum Trust
Arts, HeritageThe advancement of education in Bushey and district by the provision of a community museum and art gallery and local studies centre with material of archaeological, historical, artistic and social interest.
The Society Of Designer-Craftsmen
Arts, HeritageWe promote excellence in the field of the crafts. We have annual exhibitions, and actively support new graduates through our licentiate scheme. Our premises now include a gallery space where members can exhibit and sell their work, and attend member events, workshops and seminars.
Railworld
Arts, Charity and VCS support, Environment, Facilities, Heritage, Social welfareRailworld operates as a visitor attraction - Our aim to Entertain and Educate about Sustainable Transport,Co2 Emissions.Volunteers of all ages and creeds have built Model and Garden Railways, and the habitat creative Wildlife Haven - Helping to emphasise the important links between Our Man-Made World and Our Natural World. Our Education Centre shows informative, entertaining films.
The Friends Of York Art Gallery
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, HeritageTo raise funds from members' subscriptions, from organising educational visits, functions and parties, in order to aid the development of the York Art Gallery Collection and to sponsor activities to further the appreciation of fine arts in York and its immediate surrounds.
The Gordon Russell Trust
Education, HeritageThe aim of the trust is to preserve 'The Archive Collection' at the Gordon Russell Design Museum for the benefit of those interested in the history of 20th century furniture design, including students, researchers and the general public, whilst continuing to develop an educational role and links with schools and colleges offering design related courses and seminars.
The New Alresford Town Trust
Heritage, Social welfareThe trust's principal activities in New Alresford are:- Operating a local community minibus. Running markets in Broad Street. Lessor of the Old Fire Station. Maintaining the avenue and trees in Broad Street. Administering the Arthur Stowell History Fund. Operating a 99 year lease on the Eel House and finalising the restoration. The maintenance and development of the Alresford Museum.
Milford Haven Heritage And Maritime Museum
Education, HeritageTo record and illustrate the history of the town and waterway of Milford Haven. To promote the education of Milford Haven history to local schools and colleges.
Cumberland And Westmorland Antiquarian And Archaeological Society
Arts, Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Education, HeritageFunds historical and archaeological research with grants to volunteer groups, schools, museums and academic/professional researchers. Operates a website with accessible heritage information. Support local historical societies in studying the historical environment. Holds study days, lectures and visits. Publishes a respected annual journal, plus books and other publications.
Waterworks Museum - Hereford
Education, HeritageTo operate an industrial heritage museum that preserves and exhibits a wide range of engines/pumps/artefacts used in the water industry in Herefordshire and Wales. Many engines are regularly shown fully working (in-steam). The Museum provides educational services and guided tours can be provided for schools and community groups. The Museum may be hired for community meetings and functions.
The Museum Of The Mercian Regiment (worcestershire & Sherwood Foresters Collection)
Armed forces, HeritageTo collect, preserve and display items relating to the History of the Regiment and to provide information to the public
Society Of Friends Of The Royal Navy Submarine Museum
Armed forces, Associations, Charitable activities, Heritage, ReligionThe education of the public by promotion, support, assistance and improvement of the Royal Navy Submarine Museum, through the activities of a group of Friends.
The Elham Valley Line Trust
Economic and community development, Heritage, HousingThe charity manages a countryside centre and tea room in an historic local barn, moved from the site of the Channel Tunnel complex, housing local historic artefacts and information. It also manages an adjacent museum dedicated to the Elham Valley Line Railway, housing many rail based artefacts and the English half of the original model from the Channel Tunnel Exhibition Centre.
Kingswood Heritage Museum Trust
HeritageESTABLISH A MUSEUM TO PROMOTE, AND PRESERVE THE HERITAGE OF KINGSWOOD FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many museum heritage charities are there in the UK?
There are 708 registered museum heritage charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the museum heritage charities by income?
Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of museum heritage charities?
Museum heritage charities reported a combined annual income of £2.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for museum heritage charities?
Across all museum heritage charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of museum heritage charities?
Museum heritage charities have an average annual income of £758k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.