Join our Patrons
Help us spark curiosity…
Your Patronage of Dundee Heritage Trust can help over 1 million people to experience the wonders of the RRS Discovery and Verdant Works Museum by 2045.
From hands-on learning to immersive exhibitions, your gift will help us to inspire learners, young and old, and ensure our museums are a place to imagine, learn, and explore for everyone.
A word from Dan Snow
“The RRS Discovery isn’t just a national treasure, it is an international one… In a world where bad news can crowd out all else, it is shining example of what humans are capable of.
Discovery embodies the spirit of adventure, of discovery, of innovation, of bravery, of exploration and science. A ship built not for war or for extracting resources, but purely for discovery.
A state of the art platform for scientists, engineers, geographers, marine specialists to go where no one had gone before, to learn more about our planet and our place within it.
The success of their mission depended on expertise, collaboration, respect for each other’s knowledge and specialism. That is why tens of thousands of people a year flock to see her, beautifully preserved and curated in Dundee.
The ship is looked after by the most enthusiastic team in the business. Every visitor leaves with a spring in their step and new ideas fizzing in their heads.
I’m proud to be involved in one of the most enjoyable and important museums in the world. Please join me as a Patron of this extraordinary ship, to ensure it remains an inspiration for years to come.”
Step aboard as a Patron of Dundee Heritage Trust
By joining us, you will become a part of our passionate community of supporters from around the globe, united in our mission to protect and share Dundee’s extraordinary global heritage for everyone.
Our Patrons can also enjoy behind-the-scenes access to the museums, get to know the expert team who care for the heritage you love, and receive regular updates from the frontlines of our conservation projects.
Gold Patronage
• Year-round admission to Verdant Works and Discovery Point
• Free or discounted entry to specified talks and events
• Invites to behind-the-scenes tours of the RRS Discovery and Verdant Works
• Invites to our annual Patrons gathering and all exhibition openings
• Save 10% in our museum gift shops and cafés
• Named recognition of your Patronage
Silver Patronage
• Year-round admission to Verdant Works and Discovery Point
• Free or discounted entry to specified talks and events
• Invitation to our annual Patrons gathering and all exhibition openings
• Save 10% in our museum gift shops and cafés
• Named recognition of your Patronage
Our Giving Promise
As dedicated stewards of the heritage in our care, unless agreed in advance of your gift, we will always direct your donation to the area of greatest need.
This empowers our small team of experts, ambassadors, guides, and crew to respond most effectively to the needs of our museums, and ensures your gift will go as far as possible to support our work for the future.
If you have a special reason for wishing to dedicate a donation to a particular area of our work, or you would like to consider a larger gift, you are warmly welcome to get in touch with Sam Lagneau, Development Director, at sam.lagneau@dundeeheritage.co.uk for an informal chat.
We would be delighted to hear from you and explore with you the difference your support could make.
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Keep in touch
Curious about our work, or already a passionate supporter? By signing up to the Trust’s regular newsletter, you can keep up with the latest news from Discovery Point and Verdant Works, including progress on our conservation project aboard the RRS Discovery, upcoming exhibitions, and special events.
If you no longer wish to hear from us, you can always change your preferences or unsubscribe at any time.
