Ipswich Museum and Christchurch Mansion reopened today following the easing of lockdown regulations.
The reopening comes at the same time as news that Ipswich Museums have been shortlisted for the prestigious 2021 International Museums + Heritage Awards.
The nomination is for the Community Impact award that recognises the work the museum team undertook with local community partners, including Volunteering Matters, Suffolk Parent and Carers Network and Suffolk Libraries, in creating Museum From Home packages for children in the local community.
With support from Arts Council England, more than 1200 activity packs were distributed locally to a range of groups – children aged 7 to 11, children with special educational needs (SEN), under 5s and young adults. The success of the project led to unprecedented demand and positive partnerships.
Ipswich Museum’s activity packs which were distributed during lockdown earning them a nomination in the 2021 Community Impact Awards
– Credit: IBC
The project ensured Ipswich Museums stayed engaged with their community…
