Arts Council England has awarded Poole Museum four hundred and fifty thousand pounds.
It’s for new exhibition galleries and to make improvements to the digital infrastructure, as well as accessibility and sustainability.
A ceramics and design gallery will showcase and open-up the museum’s collection of Poole Pottery, which is said to be the best in the world.
At the moment, the outlet is currently closed as part of a larger multi-million-pound redevelopment, which includes the conservation and restoration of all three of the museums listed buildings.
Improvements will include new accessible toilets and LED lighting throughout the new spaces. With digital displays throughout the museum, providing opportunities for greater flexibility and increased engagement.
Phil Gibby, South West Area Director, Arts Council England, said: “We are thrilled to be investing over £2.7 million in ten organisations throughout the south west. Through our Capital Investment Programme, we’re helping the cultural sector upgrade its infrastructure and seize new opportunities.
Poole Museum is expected to open up again in Spring next year.
