The Vault is free to visit because we believe access to wonder should never come with a price tag. Your support makes that possible.
We receive no public funding. Everything that keeps this museum running — conservation, curation, education, the open doors — comes from people like you.
Lucinda Birkenhead built this collection because she believed these objects mattered. A donation, however small, helps keep them accessible to everyone.
Acid-free housing for one artefact.
A full set for 50 young visitors.
Professional interpretation for a display case.
Toward identifying and acquiring new pieces.
A full mythology workshop for one class.
The Vault relies on a community of passionate volunteers who help us welcome visitors, run events, and care for the collection.
No experience necessary — just enthusiasm. We offer full training, regular socials, and the satisfaction of keeping something extraordinary alive.
Get in touch →Welcome visitors and share your knowledge of the collection.
Support school visits and holiday workshops.
Help run talks, tours, and exhibition launches.
Assist curators with cataloguing and conservation.