About our Trust

All of us at The Powell-Cotton Museum, Quex House and Gardens are committed to telling a wider story, to enable others to share in that narrative and be a part of its making.

About our Trust

History of the Powell-Cotton Trust

The museum at Quex Park was established by Major Percy Horace Gordon Powell-Cotton to house natural history specimens and cultural objects Percy collected on his expeditions. See more here

Values and Vision

The Powell-Cotton Trust who governs the Powell-Cotton Museum, Quex House and Gardens, have set out a vision and a suite of values to guide our work. Learn more about our values and vision. See more here

PCT 100

Marking 100 years of care
In 1926, a charity was established to govern and manage the Powell-Cotton Museum. In 2026, we are marking the 100th anniversary of the Trust with events, activities and projects. Find out more

Work with us

Find our latest paid work opportunities and get information about what it is like to work at the Powell-Cotton Museum, Quex House and Gardens.

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Volunteering

Volunteers play an invaluable role in supporting the work across gardens, collections, learning & engagement and visitor experience.

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Frequently asked questions

Find answers to questions we are commonly asked about the Powell-Cotton Museum, Quex House and Gardens.

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Quex Park

The area known to the public as Quex Park, is a 250-acre estate that was once the grounds lived in and managed by the Powell-Cotton family.
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