Become a friend
JOIN AS A FRIEND AND ENJOY:
- Welcome pack containing a copy of Jeremy Myerson’s biography, Gordon Russell: Designer of Furniture 1892-1992, worth £12
- Free access to the Museum
- Priority booking for the talks and events programme
- Exclusive programme of excursions to interesting venues
- Garden party gathering in the summer
- 10% discount in the museum shop, Plane & Saw
- Museum e-newsletter
Annual subscription £25 per annum for a couple – or single person with a friend. £12.50 for single person GRDM ONLINE APPLICATION FORM GRDM PAPER APPLICATION FORM Post completed form, with your payment, to The Friends of the GRDM, c/o Gordon Russell Design Museum, 15 Russell Square, Broadway, Worcestershire WR12 7AP email: [email protected] Volunteers at the Gordon Russell Design Museum receive free membership of the Friends after six months’ service.
Trustee vacancies
The Gordon Russell Design Museum is seeking trustees to help shape the museum’s future. We are looking for imaginative, engaged contributors who will bring new perspectives, skills and experience.
We are particularly looking for people with experience in the following areas:
- Learning: to develop the programme across all ages and enhance the support the Museum can offer young people in schools, colleges and universities
- Development: to diversify income streams and identify fundraising opportunities to support the museum’s objectives and financial sustainability
- Retail: to support the development of commercial opportunities including the museum’s online and on site shop brand Plane & Saw
- Digital: to support the museum’s digital strategy, to reach new audiences and generate income
- Museums: to make connections within the arts, culture and heritage sectors and offer guidance as we develop the programme and work towards Accreditation
- Craft and design: to engage with the creative sector in developing new relationships and partnerships, making links with contemporary design and harnessing the fast-growing interest in the maker economy
Further information about the role and how to apply can be found in the Trustee recruitment pack
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15 February 2023
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Donate
As an independent museum and registered charity (number 326446) we rely entirely on ticket sales, shop sales and donations.
Your donation supports our work, including preserving the collection and archive for the future and inspiring the next generation of furniture makers and designers through our education programme.
We are grateful for any donation you are able to give – you can donate via the button below, or via our JustGiving page. Thank you for your support.
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Volunteering
If you are looking to learn new skills, build on existing experience, enhance your CV or meet new people, why not join our friendly team of volunteers? We offer opportunities for:
Front of House Volunteers who provide a welcoming experience for visitors, selling and issuing tickets and giving information. Front of House volunteers also deal with sales of cards, books and gifts from the museum shop.
Education & Outreach Volunteers who, with training, can assist with the museum’s education programme.
Archive and Collection Volunteers who, with training, can assist the Archive Team with the cataloguing and conservation of the museum’s archive.
Office Volunteers to provide administrative and marketing support to the museum.
And many more opportunities – please email [email protected] to find out more about volunteering at the museum.
There is no minimum commitment, and the volunteering experience can be tailored to suit your needs, and your interests.
Other benefits include: 10% discount in the museum shop, social events, free tickets to talks, and free membership of the Friends scheme after 6 months’ service, which includes access to a wide range of special events and activities.