Redeveloped Llandudno Museum boosts town, says Minister

The newly reopened Llandudno Museum is a boost for the town and visitors, according to minister for North Wales, Lesley Griffiths, after she visited the attraction.

The museum underwent a major redevelopment project, which included an expansion in to an adjacent building, a temporary exhibition gallery and improved accessibility with the installation of a lift and wider doorways.

More of the museum’s collection is also on display, documenting the history of the town, and there is more interactive technology available.

The redevelopment was funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund with match-funding from a number of organisations, and over £350,000 in grant funding provided by the Welsh government towards the development.

Minister for North Wales, Lesley Griffiths, said: ‘It’s been great to see the transformation at the Llandudno Museum following extensive redevelopment work.  It has always held a special place in the town of Llandudno as it documents the area’s history.

‘The improved facility will be a boost for the local community and visitors alike. While the pandemic meant the museum couldn’t open when originally planned, it’s good news that it’s now open and is sure to continue to be a popular attraction.

‘There are many exciting developments in the town such as the Penderyn Distillery which I visited in May.  It has also had  support from the Welsh Government and like the museum is an attraction which can be enjoyed throughout the year.’

In related news, the public will soon be able to return to the Museum of Oxford, following a £2.8m refurbishment which tripled the size of the museum space. The Museum will re-open on 11 October, with new displays of objects, images, oral histories and interactive exhibits.

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