St Ives Museum began in 1924 and has built up a varied and extensive collection of items telling the story of the town, its people, and its heritage.  Our focus is local, and our roots are in the Old Cornwall Society with whom we retain close links. 

 

Since its foundation over 100 years ago, St Ives Museum, led by a dedicated team of volunteers, has aimed to educate, inspire and challenge adults and children about the history and heritage of the local area.  The Museum opens to the public between April and October every year and welcomes visitors to St Ives and locals alike, as well as school and community groups.

 

The Museum became a registered charity in 2023 and to further its vision and future, the Museum is now seeking to recruit a number of new trustees.

 

In particular, we are looking for new trustees with the following skills and/or expertise:

• Legal experience

• Digitisation and IT expertise

• Health & Safety and Safeguarding

• Websites and social media experience.

 

In addition, we seek individuals who have:

• Enthusiasm for the work of St Ives Museum and drive to ensure the fulfilment of its objectives.

• Good judgment and clear vision.

• Willingness to be an active part of the team and actively contribute to discussion.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

• Availability to attend Trustee meetings and other events as required.

• Commitment to St Ives Museum’s purpose, vision, mission and values, and our strategic goals.

Previous experience as a Trustee is not required. Being a St Ives Museum Trustee is a voluntary appointment and charity law prohibits payment of trustees.  The initial appointment term is 3 years.

 

If you feel that you have the necessary skills and enthusiasm, then we would very much like to hear from you.

 

Application is by a ‘Letter of Introduction’ detailing why you would be interested in becoming a St Ives Museum Trustee and an outline of the skills, experience and expertise you feel that you will be able to offer the Museum.

 

Please send your Letter of Introduction to Keith White, St Ives Museum Chair of Trustees: keithewhite263@gmail.com

 

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Keith White either by email or phone (07759 186466).