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Become a Patron of the Annual Fund

Help us breathe new life into the magnificent Central Hall

The Central Hall has changed over the years, but now the Museum is raising money to fund our most ambitious plans yet. Please help us revitalise the Central Hall by becoming a Patron of the Annual Fund today.

Support our Annual Fund appeal to transform the Central Hall by helping us raise £8.5 million.

To find out more download our Become a Patron brochure PDF (1.6 MB)

Become a Patron online

What is the Annual Fund?

The Annual Fund is a great way to support the Museum. Each year we feature a new appeal to help fund our important work.

Why should you become a Patron of our Annual Fund?

We urgently require the support of people who love the Museum to make our vision for the transformation of Central Hall a reality. By becoming a Patron of the Annual Fund today, you can help us showcase our star specimens in spectacular settings and spearhead the essential renovations that will reveal more of the Central Hall's beautiful architectural features.

What are our plans?

We need to raise £8.5 million to refurbish the Central Hall and its priceless contents. The Central Hall welcomes nearly 5 million people to the Museum each year and is the start of a journey of natural discovery for those that enter it. We plan to transform the hall into an exhilarating and inspirational space, offering visitors a glimpse of the many wonders that lie ahead of them on their journey through the galleries.

What will the appeal for £8.5 million pay for?

The appeal will fund the redevelopment, and refurbishment of this historic, iconic and much-loved space. With your help, we will provide thematic continuity, and architectural balance. Visitors will be enthused to explore the fascinating collections thereby enjoying the Museum to the full.

What renovations and transformations will occur?

We plan to refurbish the Central Hall's surrounding bays and balconies to compliment the hall's stunning architectural beauty.

Find out more about our Central Hall plans

Levels of support

As a Patron of the Museum, you can choose your level of support:

  • £100 *
  • £500
  • £1,000
  • £5,000
  • £10,000

Patrons of the Annual Fund are very special to us. Your support will be acknowledged by a Patron membership card, 10 complimentary tickets for family and friends and opportunities to meet Museum scientists and curators who care for our valuable collections.

*£100 is the minimum payment and any amount over £100 will be treated as a donation.

For more information or for a brochure please contact Katharine Barrow on tel: +44 (0)20 7942 5906.

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