Hull Museums and Gallery are delighted to have secured up to £272,095 from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), via Arts Council England’s Museum Renewal Fund.
This national fund, launched in April, supports local authority-linked museums in strengthening their operational resilience and enhancing public engagement. The award will help to continue delivering high-quality cultural experiences for residents and visitors alike.
The funding will support staffing costs, helping to sustain dedicated engagement teams who play a vital role in welcoming visitors and connecting them with the collections. It also enables investment into long-term improvements that will enhance the visitor experience and diversify income streams.
Cllr Rob Pritchard, portfolio holder for culture and leisure said:
“We want to ensure that everyone in Hull can enjoy access to world-class collections. To support this commitment and meet growing expectations for programming and visitor services, the funding will help enhance opportunities for public support and improve retail and hospitality offers.
“This investment marks an exciting step forward in building a more sustainable and inclusive future for our museums and gallery.”
“This funding is a vital boost for Hull Museums and Gallery,” said Jane Avison, Hull Museums & Gallery Manager.
“It allows us to protect the roles of our talented engagement teams while investing in the future of our service. We’re excited to build a more resilient and responsive museum experience that continues to put our visitors at the heart of everything we do.”
Find out more about the fund here.
