Friends of Morpeth Museum

Friends of Morpeth Museum

The aim of the Friends is to raise funds for the establishment of a Museum in Morpeth, to display the history of the town.

We are appealing for the support of residents, ex-residents and visitors who agree that there is a need for such a Museum.

Morpeth has been a market town for at least eight centuries. A Charter to hold a market was issued by King John in 1200, and it is believed to be a confirmation of an earlier charter. So, Morpeth has a very long history, about which much is known.

The early history has survived in document form. For example, the edict of 1282, which demanded that all corn grown in Morpeth should be ground at the Lord’s Mill. That edict was still being enforced in the 18th century.

In more recent times, artefacts have survived. However, both documents and artefacts are scattered around Morpeth and beyond. For example, original Morpeth Court Rolls are held by the Carlisle Archive Centre however, a microfilm copy is held by the Morpeth Antiquarian Society and others are retained in the Northumberland Records Office at Woodhorn Museum, Ashington.

The Friends have a list of important artefacts that still exist. Their location is known. Their ownership is known. In some cases, promises have been made that if a museum existed, artefacts would be given or loaned on a long-term basis to it.

Friends of Morpeth Museum was established in 2001 and works closely with the Morpeth Antiquarian Society. It is the belief of the Friends that the treasures of Morpeth should be brought together in one place, properly cared for and put on display to the general public.

You can help us by becoming a member, donations are always very welcome, making a bequest in your will or playing the Northumberland Lottery

Join Us: Membership of FoMM is currently £10pa. To join or make a donation contact the Chair or Membership Secretary who will provide bank transfer details or a postal address for a cheque.

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