The Friends of the Windsor & Royal Borough Museum are a dedicated group of history enthusiasts committed to celebrating and preserving local heritage. They champion the Museum through fundraising, volunteering, organizing exciting events, leading tours, providing interesting talks, and supporting vital work at the Museum’s Archive Store.
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Birthday of Homeless Museum
FOTM-0005Published: 17 February 2006
Source: Windsor ExpressVolume: Friends of the Windsor MuseumThe Friends of the Royal Borough Museum marked its 15th birthday while seeking a permanent location for the museum.
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Charity Bid by Museum Group
FOTM-0004Published: 17 February 2006
Source: Slough ObserverVolume: Friends of the Windsor MuseumCampaigners for a Royal Borough museum have rebranded as a charity, pursuing funding and a prime building location.
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Theft from the Museum Collection
FOTM-0006Published: 17 February 2006
Source: Slough ObserverVolume: Friends of the Windsor MuseumValuable historical items, including Diamond Jubilee medals, were stolen from the Royal Borough Museum, causing widespread anger.
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Queen Reopens the Museum
FOTM-0001Published: 9 November 2011
Source: UnknownVolume: Friends of the Windsor MuseumThe Queen officially opened the Windsor & Royal Borough Museum, highlighting its extensive collection and engaging with local schoolchildren.
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The 1846 Yellow Pages addition
FOTM-0002Published: 1 April 2014
Source: Windsor & Eton ExpressVolume: Friends of the Windsor MuseumA restored 1846 trade directory was donated to the Windsor Museum, fulfilling Hester Davenport’s wish prior to her passing.
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Museum’s Community Case
FOTM-0003Published: 7 November 2014
Source: Windsor ExpressVolume: Friends of the Windsor MuseumMaidenhead Operatic Society launches the Community Case project in Windsor, showcasing their history and productions at local venues.