Would you like to help us by volunteering?
An extra pair of hands is always welcome at the museum. If you have some spare time and a love of history, please get in touch with us.
There are many ways in which you can help us
Chair of Trustees
Ware Museum is currently seeking a Chair of Trustees to provide strategic leadership to the organisation. This is an exciting time to become involved with the museum, which has ambitious plans to develop and redisplay the museum’s collections in a way which responds to the needs and interests of a wider range of audiences. The Chair will play a key role in the governance and future strategic direction of the organisation. For full details of the role please see the linked Candidate Information Pack.
Applicants are requested to complete and return the linked Equality, Diversity and Inclusion monitoring form with their applications.
Closing date for applications: 30 April 2024.
You just need to have an interest in the history of Ware, and enjoy learning more. You will enjoy talking to people, and be able to make a regular commitment of 2 hours, 2 or 3 times a month.
We will talk to all candidates to assess their suitability and arrange a trial period.
‘We’re looking for volunteers to join our learning team and help us deliver workshops for schools as well as informal family learning sessions during school holidays. You will need experience of working with children and lots of enthusiasm! A DBS check may be required.
You will need to have an interest in the history of Ware; a willingness to focus on details and aim for accuracy in recording. Or perhaps you would prefer to help us with maintenance of the buildings bringing practical skills to bear. Technical skills are also welcome in these times of digital technology.
Make a donation
Ware Museum is an independent museum that relies on grants and donations for its continued existence. We do not charge an admission fee. Every donation is important to the museum. Money donated is used entirely for the upkeep of the museum artefacts, exhibitions, equipment and buildings.
How to donate
- Make a one-off donation by cash or cheque
- Make a regular donation by standing order
- Sponsor us, or a particular aspect
Remember Ware Museum in your will
The Trust is constantly striving to raise funds from local and national grant-giving bodies but they almost always require “match-funding” or the grants can only be used short-term. It is vital that the Trust has an adequate fund of its own to maintain, provide for emergencies, and cover the costs of improvements.
What to do
You could consider a Specific Legacy or a Residual Bequest. Your solicitor would be pleased to advise you on the correct wording.
