Gunnersbury Park & Museum is pleased to announce that it has secured important funding from Arts Council England through the Museum Renewal Fund 2025–26. The award will strengthen the Trust’s capacity to deliver high-quality educational programmes, broaden its fundraising and campaign work, and create a cohesive brand identity across the estate.

Funding of £147,000 will support three key areas of development, which includes a Schools Programme, building on the recent installation of the new National Humanitarian Memorial, designed by Michael Landy CBE. The Museum will work with local teachers to develop a new Key Stage 3 (Secondary School) learning workshop as part of their curriculum, encouraging pupils to explore humanitarianism and public art. The project follows the success of earlier secondary school initiatives such as People’s Unite and marks a significant step in expanding learning opportunities for young people.

Next year also marks 100 years since the Gunnersbury estate first came into public benefit. The Trust intends to use its centenary year as a rallying point to build public support and highlight their ongoing work. Funding will also be used to appoint an experienced fundraiser to design and spearhead its centenary campaign. This additional resource will allow it to strengthen its outreach and encourage donations reducing dependence on commercial trading. 

As part of its development, an area of focus for the Park and Museum is to strengthen its visual brand identity. Funding from Arts Council England will make it possible for our team to create a unified look that reflects the diversity of Gunnersbury’s audiences. Updated signage across the historic park will also improve visitor navigation and make it a truly accessible and inclusive destination.

Collectively, these developments will help Gunnersbury remain relevant to its communities, safeguard its heritage, and deliver a better experience for visitors.

Corinne Wan, Head of Museum Services at Gunnersbury, said:
“We are absolutely delighted to receive this vital funding from Arts Council England. It will strengthen Gunnersbury Park and Museum’s ability to deliver inspiring education programmes, enhance our fundraising capacity, and improve visual signage across the site. These developments will make it easier for all our visitors to explore and enjoy Gunnersbury’s rich heritage, historic buildings, and collections.”