Are you part of a local group who has information, stories, artworks or histories to share? We have a Community Space at St Albans Museum + Gallery that could be perfect for you!
One of our core guiding principles as an organisation is ‘to share’. We are committed to sharing our museum spaces with our local communities, and we recognised the need for a dedicated space where community groups could showcase their own information or celebrate their achievements and milestones.
Information on applying for a Community Space exhibition below.
Current Display - MacIntyre 60th Anniversary
As part of its 60th anniversary celebrations, MacIntyre has been working with St Albans Museums through its Communities in Residence programme. People who draw on and provide support at Crosby Close and Station Road have come together to explore and celebrate their interests, experiences and express themselves in ways that are meaningful to them. Part of the residency has included exhibiting the ‘Our Voice,through a Lens’ exhibition, the creation of the ‘Together we Create’, M Sculpture and a song project. The collaboration will be shared in the museum's Community Space from 9th November 2026.
Coinciding with UK Disability History Month, the display celebrates MacIntyre's anniversary while recognising the creativity, individuality and contributions of people at MacIntyre and the importance of inclusion, choice, equality and belonging within our communities.
What will the museum provide?
- The wall and glass case provided are perfect for sharing artworks, photographs or local narratives – this is a space where groups can share their stories with our museum visitors in their own words.
- Our team will provide some support with exhibition advice, proof reading text, installation and de-installation and display equipment (if agreed in advance), but this this is your opportunity to lead with your vision!
What is required from you?
- Associated costs: design and printing (panels, labels etc) needs to be covered (the museum may be able to support with simple smaller panels if necessary).
- Community groups will be expected to abide by museum accessibility standards and submit a plan & text before the exhibition opens.
How do I apply?
Email details of your proposal to museum@stalbans.gov.uk with Community Space Proposal as your subject line.
Please note: this is a space for community group displays rather than individuals.
