Museum of East Dorset staff, Heather Bird and Amanda Peroni with a giant forget-me-not flower which is made from thousands of tiny donated knitted flowers Picture: ZacharyCulpin/Bournemouth News and Picture Service — Museum of East Dorset staff, Heather Bird and Amanda Peroni with a giant forget-me-not flower made from thousands of tiny donated knitted flowers Picture: ZacharyCulpin/Bournemouth News and Picture Service

New exhibition showcases the Museum of East Dorset’s positive community impact

Tait ap EllisJune 16, 20250 Comment0

THE latest exhibition at Wimborne’s Museum of East Dorset celebrates the many ways the museum engages, supports and inspires those in the community.

Connecting Communities: The Museum in Action exhibition highlights how the museum connects people of all ages, abilities and from all walks of life through history and culture – from hands-on workshops and volunteer-led initiatives to school partnerships and outreach programmes.

Visitors will gain insight into the museum’s collaborative work with schools, care homes and local groups, showcasing the power of heritage in bringing communities together.

Museum of East Dorset trustee and volunteer Vanessa Joseph said: “We hope these behind-the-scenes perspectives will show the museum’s role as more than just a place for interesting and interactive exhibitions.

“We want to showcase to the public how it’s also a dynamic hub which connects people and communities in East Dorset.”

This special exhibition runs until the end of September and can be found in the Temporary Exhibitions gallery on the first floor.

There is free admission with normal museum entry. Children up to the age of four are eligible for free admission. Children 5 to 16 years: £5.50 and adults: £12 each.

Family admission tickets are also available. And don’t forget the amazing offer that with one admission price you get 12 months’ free entry to Wimborne’s award-winning museum.

To find out more, visit www.museumofeastdorset.co.uk