NEWS UPDATE!
CLAIM YOUR FREE BOOK!
They Knew Mr Knight is one of Blackburn author Dorothy Whipple’s most popular novels – a family centred drama which deals with temptation, corruption and trust. As part of the literary event “Reading Dorothy Whipple: A Blackburn Literary Landmark” copies of the book are available free of charge (while stocks last) at Blackburn Museum. Just call in and ask at the desk.
The event takes place on 9th November at Blackburn Central Library, when the book will be discussed and the 1946 film of the book will be shown.
More details are on the News section of this website.
The event is part of the Being Human Festival. Being Human is the UK’s national festival of the humanities.
Welcome to the Friends of Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery
What We Do
We support Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery
We act as ambassadors
We help with the restoration of artefacts and art
We have a programme of events and a regular newsletter
We raise funds
Membership is open to all
Featured FBM&AG items
Monthly Talks
Usually 2nd Tuesday of the month, members – FREE, non members £3 (Become a member here)
Who We Are
The Friends of Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery was founded in 1982 to help in promoting and supporting the Museum.
We raise funds to expand the collection with purchases of, for example, a 16th Century icon, a set of local tobacco jars, and sculptures and paintings by local artists.
We help with the restoration of paintings and other exhibits and assist with funds for building work.
We also act as ambassadors for the Museum, acting independently in their interests, spreading the word and encouraging people to visit.
We have a lively programme of events, including lectures (free to members), fund raising events, day trips and longer visits to historic sites, exhibitions and other collections.
Members also receive a newsletter, Tela, twice a year which contains general articles as well as more specific Friends related material.
We are members of The British Association of Friends of Museums.
Officers of the Friends
Chairman: Valerie Miles
Hon. Secretary: Mike Millward
Hon. Treasurer: Ken Ford
About The Museum & Art Gallery
The Museum & Art Gallery has a lively programme of exhibitions and events throughout the year.
As well as the amazing art and history displays there are special exhibitions, craft sessions for families, Young Artists Open competitions, creative workshops, fascinating talks, Video Open Calls and lots, lots more!
Opening Times
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
11 – 4:45pm
Closed Sunday/Monday and all Bank Holidays.
Entry to the Museum is free.
Please support our work…
become a member for only £10 per year!
Here’s what you’ll get:
- A Lively Programme of Talks
- A Regular Newsletter
- Exclusive Invitations to Private Views and VIP Events
- A Range of Social Events, Day Trips and Visits
- Involvement in Blackburn’s Rich Heritage
- Participate in Fundraising
