Reimagining Worthing Museum

A new vision for old treasures

Help us reach our target of £35,000 to create a modern, interactive archaeology display for the visitors of today and tomorrow.

For over 100 years, Worthing Museum has been the home for archaeological finds from across the south coast, a place where the preservation, research and display of priceless discoveries has been made possible with the help of local people and scholars alike.

In 2025, we have a unique opportunity to reimagine our collections and create a gallery which truly brings our objects to life through new display cases and refreshed wayfinding. 

We will use ambient lighting, technology and innovative interpretation to create immersive experiences that fully acquaint us with ancient civilizations and contemporary social histories.

The calibre and significance of Worthing Museum’s collection has only been made possible through the interest and commitment of local people in preserving their past. 

In that tradition, we’re asking you to join us in our ambition to create a world-class archaeological destination and curate our collections in a way that benefits the understanding of generations to come.

Every donation, no matter how big or small, will make a difference.  

Tiered Donation Packages

If you are able to dig deep, please consider sponsoring an artefact and help find its new home through our tiered donation packages that offer a unique insight into these rare and valuable treasures.

£100 could help to provide lighting that illuminates some of our artefacts. In recognition of a donation of this size, our curators would be delighted to invite you to a private tour of the museum prior to its official re-opening.

£250 could help to build a display case that showcases every delicate etching on the exquisite Highdown Goblet. In recognition of a donation of this size, you’d be invited to a private viewing of the  Goblet with our Archaeology Curator James Sainsbury.

Until the museum fully reopens in spring 2026, our regular programme of archaeological walks and lectures will continue in surprising and inspiring settings with some of the most exciting opportunities to experience hands-on discovery for people of all ages.  

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Love history? 

Help us make it. 

James Sainsbury, WTM’s resident archaeologist and curator of our internationally important collection shares his vision for Worthing Museum’s archaeological gallery. 

Unique finds from Roman religious sites including Chanctonbury Ring and the 5th Century Patching Hoard of gold and silver coins are just some of the fascinating artefacts that tell the rich history of the south coast.  Help us bring those stories to life for generations to come