Wrexham’s new museum has moved another step closer to reality following the appointment of The Hub Consulting Limited as fit-out contractors.
The 167-year-old, Grade II County Buildings on Regent Street is currently undergoing a massive renovation which will see it transformed into a ‘Museum of Two Halves’ – a new national attraction which will be home to an expanded and enhanced Wrexham Museum, alongside a Football Museum for Wales.
The Hub will now work closely with the museum project contractors to design, develop and construct the interior spaces of the museum, including the new galleries, the shop, and the impressive atrium space in the centre of the building which has been opened up to its full size for the first time since the 1970’s.
The fit-out stage will also include developing the display cases, graphics, and interactive audio/visual equipment for the new galleries.
‘A highlight in our history’
Councillor Paul Roberts, Wrexham Council’s Lead Member for Partnerships, said: “We are delighted to welcome The Hub to our museum project team. With over 500 cultural and heritage projects from around the world under their belt, The Hub will be able to bring an invaluable level of experience, knowledge and expertise to this crucial stage of the museum’s development.
“With state-of-the-art displays, graphics and equipment, plus new spaces being opened up to their full size for the first time since the building became a museum, the interior is shaping up to be something very special indeed.”
Simon Dix, Managing Director of The Hub on appointment to the project said “Our appointment as Exhibition Fit-Out Contractor for the Museums of Two Halves project is a highlight in our history as we move in to our 20th year of operations.
“Our team are looking forward to working with Wrexham Council and their professional team, to deliver a scheme that leaves a lasting impact on Wrexham, developing a national museum and beacon for the community through our social value scheme with our local partners.
“We are excited to play our part in allowing visitors to explore the region’s fascinating history and achievements whilst celebrating the legacy of Welsh football!”.
Discover more about the new museum
The Museum is being developed by Wrexham Council’s museum team in association with museum designers, Haley Sharpe Design, architects Purcell and contractor SWG Construction.
Funding support for the new museum is provided by Wrexham Council, Welsh Government, National Lottery Heritage Fund, UK Government and the Wolfson Foundation.
