Do you have a passion for history?
Do you want to support our local museum?
Then join the Friends of the Almonry Museum!
The Almonry was built around 1390 as the home of the Almoner, a Benedictine monk from the Abbey. It was his duty to offer alms to the poor and needy of the town.
The Almonry became a museum in 1957 and is also home to the Tourist Information Centre and gift shop.
The Almonry is due to undergo a major restoration and refurbishment project over the next few years
Who are we?
The Friends are an independent group, seperate to the management of the Almonry. We are a social and friendship group who share a common interest in supporting the Almonry Museum.
We are passionate about history, museums and the Almonry. We are coming together to support the museum during the restoration and refurbishment project and in the future.
We have 3 primary objectives:
- Fundraising and volunteering
- Raising awareness about the building and the museum
- Extending the knowledge about traditional building craft skills
What will membership include?
Membership costs £10 per year and in return for your support you can expect:
- Regular news and updates on the Almonry project and Friends activities
- Fundraising activities and events
- Behind the scenes experiences at the Almonry
There will be opportunites for members to organise and attend:
- Meetings and/or talks (charges may apply)
- Opportunites for days out and socials (charges may apply)
Interested in joining?
To join the Friends please go to our secure payment page here and complete your details, the Friends will be in touch shortly. If you would prefer to pay in person, please visit the Almonry Gift Shop to complete a form and you can pay cash or card at the till.
Your details will be kept on file and only used for the purposes of the Friends of the Almonry Museum only.