We make our heritage assets work for communities today by using them to inspire and encourage learning and development.

Changing what we do and how we do it

As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic; we are having to change the way the Trust operates.

We already know that having a bigger digital presence will be important. Many of the international visitors we were hoping to welcome this year will not be able to travel to visit the birthplace of co-operation and we need to find ways to help more people to have a meaningful relationship with us and our collections.

The objects we display

What sorts of objects are important to you and what do you want to see more of?

Take our pop up survey! 

Events or activities for local people

Our usual events programme all about providing free and affordable workshops and activities for local people in Rochdale. We want to provide events and activities for local people hardest hit by the impact of the crisis.

Virtual visits for people who can't visit us

We provide live link ups for groups and schools and are working on a more enhanced virtual tour for the co-ops and other organisations who cant make a visit. We will be advertising this when it is ready.

How you can help

If you feel able to contribute financially you can donate here.

If you would prefer to help us in other ways, follow us on social media, share your ideas with us or register your interest as a future volunteer.