Museums as a catalyst for regeneration

Museums are now playing a role in community development and are increasingly becoming a catalyst for regeneration. They have become places that bring together different community groups, develop skills and address social issues. Somewhere the community can have a voice through collections relevant to them. This document brings together research from the likes of Morris Hargreaves McIntyre, Demos, National Museum Directors Conference, Heritage Link, English Heritage, Historic Houses Association, National Trust and Heritage Lottery Fund to give an overview of the value of Museums to communities.