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COVID-19 Statement from Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales

Date:

2020-03-17

All Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales museums are closed to the public to ensure the wellbeing of staff, volunteers and visitors due to concerns over Coronavirus.

  • National Museum Cardiff; St Fagans National Museum of History; the National Slate Museum; the National Wool Museum; the National Roman Legion Museum; the National Waterfront Museum; and Big Pit National Coal Museum will remain closed for a period of time until the advice changes.
  • Staff are being supported to work from home where possible however some colleagues are needed to manage the security of Wales’ national collections.
  • All public programmes, school visits, public and private events are cancelled. Purchased tickets will be fully refunded.

David Anderson, Director General of Amgueddfa Cymru said:

“It was a difficult decision to close all our museums, but the health and wellbeing of our staff, visitors and volunteers has to be our priority at this time.

“Our National Museums are usually safe spaces, used by people of all ages for a range of different purposes. We know that their closure will have an impact on our communities, but unfortunately this is a necessary step in these unprecedented times.

“Whilst our physical sites will be closed, our digital presence will grow and continue to inspire the people of Wales and beyond. Follow our website and social media channels over the coming weeks, as we continue our work as your National Museum.”

We will keep our visitors informed via our website www.museum.wales and social media channels and are continually communicating with key stakeholders.

Amgueddfa Cymru – National Museum Wales is a family of seven museums and a collections centre, which are all free to enter thanks to the support of the Welsh Government. Together, it is home to the nation’s art, history, heritage and science collections, which will continue to grow so that they can be used and enjoyed by both present and future generations.

One of its museums, St Fagans National Museum of History which explores the history and culture of Wales, won Art Fund Museum of the Year 2019.

As a registered charity, Amgueddfa Cymru is grateful for all support. The events and exhibitions programme is supported by players of the People’s Postcode Lottery. 

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For more information, please contact Catrin Taylor, Head of Marketing and Communications, catrin.taylor@museumwales.ac.uk / 07920 027067.

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