Support the Abbey Museum

Give History a Future By Donating Today

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Make a $ Donation

As a registered charity organisation, you can make tax deductible donations which greatly assists the Museum operations.

Help Fund Education initiatives

With over 10,000 students annually, our education programs rely on ongoing support for resources and development.

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Donate Your Time

Volunteers are a valued and integral support for the Abbey Museum. We have many different options available for all interests.

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BEcome a Member

The Museum has several membership options for your consideration, from our Knights of Abbeystowe to the Abbey Museum Friends.

Support our Fundraising Initiatives!

As per our commitment to conservation and preservation, we have multiple campaigns and artefacts which require financial support to restore. Your contribution helps engage professional services and equipment to prepare our objects for public display and engagement.

Make a Financial Contribution

As a registered not-for-profit organisation with Charity status, all donations over $2 are tax-deductible.

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Help us Preserve the Past

Following the return of the Egyptian objects damaged in the recent robbery, professional conservation is urgently needed to stabilise and protect them. 

Achaeological Gallery Transformation

With the completion of our new Art Gallery extension, we now have an opportunity to transform the archaeological museum to the same standard. This is not just repair. It is renewal. 

Education Initiatives

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Volunteer your time

Volunteers are at the heart of the Abbey Museum

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Become a Member

Museums are strengthened by its community, and the Abbey Museum has several membership opportunities for people who love history and are committed to sharing the stories told through our collection.

The Abbey Museum Friends

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An Annual Membership program, The Abbey Museum Friends are a group of inspired supporters that wish to be more involved with what the Museum and all it has to offer, including its remarkable collections and engaging program of activities and experiences.

The Knights of Abbeystowe

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Join an exclusive Knighthood bound by honour and forged with dedication for the annual Abbey Medieval Festival. This membership supports the success of the largest medieval festival in the Southern Hemisphere.

How Donations Are Used

All donations are used to support the Abbey Museum operations and programs.

Some Examples of Use

  • Employment: Funding for the Abbey Museum directly goes towards creating employment opportunities in the community. Engaging dedicated and passionate professionals allows us to continue to deliver excellence. 
  • Volunteer Support: Funding opportunities allows us to support our volunteers through professional training and education, strenghtening employability skills and contribution to our team.
  • Education Resources: Donations support funding of resources for our education programs, helping keep the barrier for entry low for state school programs.
  • Artefact Conservation and Restoration: As a museum we are commited to preserving history, and funding can help us to engage specialised professionals in the Museum and Galleries industry to support these efforts.

FAQ

Can I donate an artefact?

The Abbey Museum has a broad but strict collecting policy, acquiring artefacts that tells the human story worldwide. We have limited storage space so need to be considered about what we accept.  Please see here for more info.

Are Donations Tax Deductible?

All financial donations over $2 are tax deductible. our donation platform MyCause will issue you a receipt. If paying via bank transfer our accounts department can issue a receipt.

Can I make a bank deposit instead of online?

Yes, we can accept bank deposits for donations.

Please reach out to us via our Contact Us form for our bank details.

Where can I ask a question about fundraising or volunteering?

Please reach out to us via our Contact Us form for any questions, we will respond during business hours.

Can I make a bequeathment?

The Museum has a bequeathment process.

Please reach out to us via our Contact Us form for our further details.

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