Since the opening of Blackwell in 2001, the Trust has welcomed over three quarters of a million visitors into Abbot Hall, Blackwell and the Museum of Lakeland Life. Each year, the majority of our funding comes from these visitors and the support of individuals, trusts, foundations and corporations to help us continue to care for two grade I listed buildings, build our Collection and engage with our audiences.

Each gift you make, at every level, will have a direct impact on our work.

Friends of the Lakeland Arts Trust

Members benefit from unlimited annual free entry to Blackwell, Abbot Hall and the Museum of Lakeland Life. A copy of our annual publication ‘Vision’ and our Friends’ newsletter ‘Insight’. Invitations to Private Views at both Abbot Hall and Blackwell. Advanced notice and details of events and exhibitions in regular mailings. Invitations and priority booking for our Events and Lecture programmes. Advanced notice of social events and educational activities.

Membership runs for the calendar year, January - December, rates are listed below.

Single £35 per year
Joint £49.50 per year (two people living at the same address)
Family £70 per year (up to 2 adults and 4 children under 18 living at the same address)

To join please contact Jasmine O’Flaherty on 015394 46139 or email info [at] blackwell [dot] org [dot] uk.
 

Patrons, Special Patrons and Benefactors

Patrons, Special Patrons and Benefactors receive all of the above ‘Friends’ benefits plus the following:
Bring a guest free of charge
Acknowledgment in ‘Vision’
Invitation to our annual Patrons’ dinner

For further details on becoming a Patron, Special Patron or Benefactor please contact Frances Snowden on 015394 48995 or email fs [at] blackwell [dot] org [dot] uk.
 

Corporate Sponsor

Our diverse events programme offers flexible benefits that can be tailored to suit your company’s needs. If you are interested in finding out more about the benefits of sponsorship, or to discuss forthcoming sponsorship opportunities please contact Frances Snowden on 015394 48995 or email fs [at] blackwell [dot] org [dot] uk.
 

Donations and Legacies

Donations and Legacies are a way of securing our future and collections for the enjoyment and education of generations to come. If you would like further information or would like to discuss either please contact Frances Snowden on 015394 48995 or email fs [at] blackwell [dot] org [dot] uk.