Erewash Museum is joining an
international campaign to encourage residents to shop locally. Museum Shop Sunday is an annual movement organised by the
Association for Cultural Enterprises with Erewash Museum joining them for the first
time this year. The aim is for local people to experience independent shops and
highlight the important role of retail in the cultural and arts space.
The museum, which
is normally closed on a Sunday, will be open on Sunday 27th November with
visitors welcome to explore Dalby House and the grounds, as well as the museum
shop. It is the perfect opportunity for residents and visitors to do some
festive gift shopping, as well as allowing those who cannot make the normal
opening hours to visit the museum.
The shop will be
overflowing with gifts including plush cuddly animals, notebooks, classic
children’s toys, calendars, books and Stephen Millership prints. Illustrated
Christmas cards will also be available for those who want to send a festive
message along with their gift.
The volunteer-led
tea room will be open throughout the day serving both hot and cold drinks,
lunches and sweet treats. Anyone who makes a purchase during the extended hours
will receive a gift voucher for a hot drink.
Leader of Erewash
Borough Council, Councillor Carol Hart, said:
“The museum really
is a hidden gem in our borough. I hope that Museum Shop Sunday allows more of
our residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy Erewash’s cultural hub. It
is also a fantastic opportunity for people to buy locally made gifts as the
festive season fast approaches!”
Erewash Museum is
located a short walk from Ilkeston’s Market Place. Admission is free for both
the house and gardens. For more information visit the Facebook page
facebook.com/erewashmuseum, call 0115 907 1141, or email museum@erewash.gov.uk.
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