Charity Information
The museum commemorates the poet William Cowper, who lived in the house from 1768 to 1786, and his friend the preacher, hymnwriter and slave trade abolitionist John Newton (author of 'Amazing Grace'). It holds an important collection of lace and items relating to the archaeology and history of Olney and its surrounding villages. The historic gardens include Cowper's original summer house/study.
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- Provides Buildings / Facilities / Open Space
- Provides Human Resources
- Sponsors Or Undertakes Research
What the charity does
- Arts / Culture / Heritage / Science
- Education / Training
- Environment / Conservation / Heritage
- Religious Activities
Who the charity helps
- Children / Young People
- Elderly / Old People
- Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies
- Other Defined Groups
- The General Public / Mankind
Areas this charity operates
£172,144.00
Total Income
Financial year ending 31st Jan 2024
£223,016.00
Total Expenditure
Financial year ending 31st Jan 2024
8
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