Bewdley Museum opens for 2010 programme
On Friday 2nd April, the doors open at Bewdley Museum
for a great 2010 programme. Last year more than 108,000 visitors
enjoyed a visit to this popular local attraction to see the
improvements made to the facilities and displays funded by the
Heritage Lottery.
Ruth Finney, Museum Development Officer said,
"For 2010, we have a busy and varied programme lined up which we
hope will attract even more visitors to the museum. The fun starts
with an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday 4th April between 11am
and 3pm, followed by Easter themed craft activities during the
holiday period. Families can also enjoy two new exhibitions of
local interest that are open daily between 10am and 4pm in the
museum galleries."
Demonstrations of traditional crafts in practice have always
been part of the museum's activities. It is one of only two places
in the country where ropes are made using traditional equipment.
There will be even more to see and learn this season as brick
making, besom brooms and willow weaving demonstrations have been
introduced.
Councillor Marcus Hart, Wyre Forest District Council Cabinet
Member for Community and Partnership Services said,
"Everyone will be pleased that the museum is open again. The new
displays, activities, craft studios and café were a tremendous
success last season. The museum is in the heart of Bewdley and is
one of our main tourist attractions in the district. Free admission
means that everyone can enjoy a visit. "
For more information and to view the full programme of events,
exhibitions and activities for 2010 visit the museum
webpages or contact the museum on 01299 403573
Photograph shows David Darby, Museum Technician and Councillor
Marcus Hart, making a besom broom - one of the new craft
demonstrations introduced this year.
Date of issue - 24th March 2010