Charity: People's History Museum

PHM is the national museum of democracy, telling the story of its development in Britain: past, present, and future. The People’s History Museum is the home of ideas worth fighting for – where our radical past can inspire and motivate people to take action – to shape a future where ideas of democracy, equality, justice and co-operation are thriving. We all believe in a thriving society; one where people are engaged, involved and actively playing their part. As the ‘go to’ place for democratic engagement we want to help shape this future. We want to make the world a better place! We will make sure people care about the world they live in, get involved in their communities, engage with the democratic process and use their right to vote. We will provide information, inspiration and ideas for people who ask: Why should I get involved? Why should I care? Why should I vote? Who are we? We are a museum of ideas – ideas that are powerful, radical, innovative and world-changing – ideas that unite and bring people together – today’s ideas worth fighting for, as well as yesterday’s. Walking through the museum brings you face to face with these word-changing ideas – election by ballot, votes for women, workers rights to fair pay, equality for all regardless of gender, race, sexuality, age or disability – and many more. We are the only place where these ideas are brought to life through our collections, exhibitions and programmes. Every object in our collection has played its part in the fight for democracy and equality. Each placard, banner, badge and poster has been held by different hands fighting for different causes – but all working together to make a difference. We share inspiring stories that need to be told – of the people who fought for ideas – people who dared to be different and who made a change. We are keeping the people’s history alive and will continue to do so. We are the People’s Museum; we welcome everyone and we connect people. We believe in the importance of conversation, discussion and debate. Our museum is full of passion and emotion – triggering memories, reminding people of ideas worth fighting for today, provoking change in people’s thinking and doing. We are at our best when we co-operate and work with others – with our partners, our audiences and with each other. We support current and future activists and campaigners. We provide space for other people’s voices, ideas and campaigns. We collaborate and co-create with communities, groups, artists and others. We open up our collections, stories, spaces and staff to all. We share our unique resources to ask questions, generate ideas and provoke action. For sparking people’s curiosity and imagination, creating energy and excitement, eliciting a reaction and giving power to the people!