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Worcester Art Gallery to Gain New Learning Centre
10 Dec
Summary
- A new learning centre is planned for Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum.
- The Arts Council has awarded a grant of £239,922 for the project.
- Funds will also support art collection conservation and events at The Commandery.
Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum is on the cusp of a significant enhancement with plans for a new learning centre. This ambitious project has received a substantial boost from the Arts Council, which has provided a grant of £239,922. The funding is earmarked for multiple vital initiatives within the city's cultural institutions.
The financial backing will be instrumental in establishing the new learning centre by repurposing existing office space within the gallery. Beyond this, the grant will also be dedicated to the crucial task of conserving the city's valuable art collection. Furthermore, it will support a programme of events at The Commandery, commemorating the 375th anniversary of the Battle of Worcester.
Historic England has voiced no objections to the scheme, recognizing its potential to "enable a diversification of use of the building for public services." This development promises to enrich the public's engagement with art and history in Worcester, ensuring the preservation of cultural assets while fostering new educational opportunities.
