Our Mission and Purpose

Charitable Objects

The advancement of the education of the public by

  • the maintenance, promotion and continuing development of a museum and period house dedicated to Gustav Holst; and
  • encouraging the art of music.

 

Mission

  • To share the stories of the Holst Victorian House, a period home where composer Gustav Holst was born

 

Purpose

  • To understand and respond to the needs of our current and potential audiences in order to deliver an inspiring, informative and relevant visitor experience
  • To create and share a sense of place, history and identity with our local community 
  • To celebrate the life and music of Gustav Holst
  • To enhance Cheltenham’s visitor economy by delivering a unique heritage experience that appeals to a wide and diverse audience 
  • To care for and develop our internationally significant archive and collections, interpreting them to their full potential in a way that reaches as many people as possible 
  • To ensure the Museum’s resilience and sustainability, and safeguard the building and its collections for future generations.

 

Policies

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