We represent and celebrate North East innovation, art, history and science in some of the region's most popular museums and galleries. We support people: igniting the imaginations of children and improving the lives of millions of visitors each year, by helping people to understand the world around them. We strive to remove barriers to art, culture and heritage by offering a sanctuary, a safe place to recharge, to reflect and to relax. We share stories: we care for our region's heritage - protecting and preserving 1.1 million items. We celebrate our region: showcasing how pioneering inventions from the North East have changed the world and how people from our region have impacted on all aspects of life from science and industry to art and design. Our venues: Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort Discovery Museum Great North Museum: Hancock Hatton Gallery Laing Art Gallery Segedunum Roman Fort, Baths & Museum Shipley Art Gallery South Shields Museum & Art Gallery Stephenson Steam Railway Tyne & Wear Archives We are the largest cultural collective in the North East and we'd love to work with you to ensure art, culture and heritage continue to make a positive impact.