Friends of Blake Museum
Registered Charity No. 1099815
The Blake Museum was founded in 1926 by the Bridgwater Borough Council. In 1974, with the Local
Government re-organisation, ownership was transferred to the newly formed Sedgemoor District Council.
In 2000 The Friends of Blake Museum was formed to promote and support the improvement of the Blake
Museum. In 2009 and under threat of closure, the ownership was transferred to the Bridgwater Town
Council.
The museum is now managed entirely by volunteers, and since April 2009 it has played a vital part in
running the museum and caring for the collection. Under the guidance of the Curators, the volunteers
carry out numerous tasks including cleaning, visitor reception, manning the shop, cataloguing, research,
transcribing, assisting with school visits and assisting the curators with displays. During the Winter closure
much of the maintenance work is done like painting, re varnishing floors etc.
We are always keen to welcome new volunteers who can spare a few hours a week to perhaps a few days
a week. Even if you do not have any particular skills, you are most welcome to come along and explore
the opportunities. We even provide the necessary training. Many of our volunteers enjoy the front of
house work whilst others prefer the back office work. Please contact us first to arrange an informal chat
over a coffee.
For a small subscription you may like to consider joining the Friends. See how to join
The museum opens daily from April to November, Tuesday to Saturday, 10.00am - 4.00pm. Other times
may vary.
The Purpose of the Museum has been restated and brought closely in line with the original purposes
declared on its founding in 1926.
Please see our Events page for further information regarding forthcoming exhibitions at the
museum and information regarding the 2012 Band Concerts
The next exhibition, and to celebrate the Queens Diamond Jubilee,
will run from Tuesday 8th May to Saturday 23rd June.
Kings and Queens in Bridgwater from King John to Queen Elizabeth II.
Come along and view this fascinating display. Included in the display will be the visitors book
signed by the Queen and Prince Philip during their visit to Bridgwater in 1987.
A FREE poster is available from the Downloads page.
Keep it as a souvenir or print off and use somewhere