The Nicholson Museum & Art Gallery
The Nicholson Museum and Art Gallery aims to provide a diverse program of exhibitions and events that will appeal to the whole family
Friends Of The Nicholson Meeting - 4 Jun 2025 - Be Part of Something New at The Nicholson Institute!
OUTSIDE Arts are looking for local people from across the Staffordshire Moorlands to help shape the future of The Nicholson Institute. Whether you've loved museums forever - or never really felt they were your thing - this is your chance to make it yours.
Whether you've got loads of time or just a little, whether you're creative, organised, a people-person or a behind-the-scenes type - there's a place for you here. You could help shape events, plan exhibitions, grow community connections, support operations and be part of a fresh, inclusive future for The Nicholson Institute.
Come along on Wednesday 4th June, 5.30-7pm at The Nicholson Museum and Gallery, for the project launch event and to find out more.
No experience needed - just your perspective and passion. Let's make The Nicholson a space where everyone feels at home.
Any Questions? Get in touch at hello@outsidearts.org.uk
Book your place online at https://outsidearts.org/events/friends-of-the-nicholson-meeting-4-jun-2025/
Investing in the Nicholson Museum and Art Gallery
We're investing in the museum and art gallery as part of the Regenerating Leek programme funded by the Government and we need your help to shape its future.
Read more on the project by visiting Leek Levelling Up Fund
The Nicholson Museum & Art Gallery is located in the Nicholson Institute, a spectacular grade II* Listed building. Built in 1884 as a library, museum and art gallery it is still used for that purpose today.
The Museum collects and displays items relating to the history of the Staffordshire Moorlands. The collection includes paintings, textiles, ceramics and items representing everyday life. The work of the Leek Embroidery Society is featured, as are silk moths gifted by local textile manufacturer Thomas Wardle who worked closely with William Morris on his many visits to Leek, and even a taxidermy wallaby, once part of a small number that escaped from a private zoo and made their home nearby in the Peak District!
The Art Gallery hosts a vibrant annual programme of temporary exhibitions with a broad range of themes providing something for everyone.
Visiting and contact details
The museum and art gallery are located on the first floor of the Nicholson Institute, Stockwell Street, Leek ST13 6DW. Accessible by stairs and lift.
Opening hours are 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday. Closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Admission is free.
Telephone: 01538 395530
Email: tourism@staffsmoorlands.gov.uk
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