Why we need your support

As a charity we need to generate more than half of our income each year to care for our historic collection, buildings and parkland. Your donations are vital to our work. You can support The Bowes Museum as an individual, company, community group or trust and foundation.

We are a forward-thinking Museum of Artists, Designers and Makers, providing quality cultural and creative experiences for people in the North East and beyond. With your support we can continue to strive to enrich lives, unlock people’s potential and uplift our communities.

You can help us to:

• Care for our artwork, furniture, textiles, ceramics, historic buildings and 22 acres of parkland.
• Run a year-round programme of inspiring exhibitions and family friendly events.
• Provide enriching education and learning activities for people of all ages.
• Bring outstanding art and internationally recognised objects to the North East.
• Support emerging Artists, Designers and Makers.

Any amount, no matter how small, makes a big difference and means a lot to us.

We are extremely grateful for your gift. Thank you.