The community has always been at the heart of the Fans Museum, whether that is viewing the collection or events at the museum or our many community outreach events. Our outreach covers care schemes, schools, hospitals, shopping centres and much more. See our timeline below for the history of our community and outreach work
Well how about this great news, our 10 pin bowling team have only went and won the National Finals in Wigan! Competing against some formidable players and teams, they went into the finals with a positive mentality and team spirit to go and enjoy themselves. Well that’s ok you may…
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LIMITED TICKETS LEFT Ever wanted to have a very informal night with one of our best ever players, someone who has an accolade that the likes of Messi & Ronaldo have, and he is the only English man to ever win it!!! Only 100 tickets, and it will be the…
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Have you ever wanted to watch the World Cup with an ex England striker? You can be in the company of ex Sunderland player and England international Dennis Tueart at the Fans Museum for Tunisia v England in the World Cup! £10 per ticket – limited to only 100 tickets…
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Have you ever wanted to watch the world cup with an ex England defender? You can be in the company of ex Sunderland player and England international Colin Todd at the Fans Museum for England v Panama in the World Cup £10 per ticket – limited to only 100 tickets…
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JMC Painting & Decorating took to the fans museum to give it a fresh coat of paint and a clean up!
“What an absolutely mint afternoon I’ve had! Fust up, 6-1. 2nd up, meeting two Sun’lun’ Legends, Michael Ganley and Colin Todd. 3rd up, holding thee legendary Golden Boot that was awarded to thee legendary Super Kevin Phillips. And last but not least, the staff of The Fan’s Museum for making…
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The Fans Museum celebrated the 170th birthday of it’s new home, the former Monkwearmouth train station. The event was attended by many guests including Fans Museum ambassador Kevin Phillips as well as other former Sunderland players Kieron Brady, Lee Howey, David Corner and Richie Pitt. The Fans Museum will officially…
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Watch Fans Museum ambassador Kevin Phillips on why he is happy to be a part of the museum
Sunderland’s Fans Museum Chosen As Venue For Social Media Hit ‘Honest World Cup Reactions’ For England’s Crunch Last 16 Clash Versus Colombia. Ex Sunderland centre forward Chris Brown, who made 66 appearances during his time at the Stadium of Light, has become an internet sensation alongside former strike partner Jon…
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Our first guests have arrived, looking forward to #England v #Sweden in the #WorldCup. They’re wearing the shirts of #TwoOfOurOwn the #2Js, Jordan Pickford and Jordan Henderson. What a day we’re having at the #FansMuseum with Undr The Cosh Chris Brown, Jon Parkin and David Preece, What a win that…
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Last night was special due to seeing over 350 visitors and all brought in from the International Tall Ships Race, we were joined by Neil Cain and the Russian vessel the Mir. Fantastic crew of all ages, and we certainly made their evening by letting many try on the shirts…
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We will be following Gary’s journey on his trip of a lifetime as he joins the Tall Ships Race 2018. Gary was the winner of our competition to join the crew on board a tall ship as they race from Sunderland to Esbjerg in Denmark Thanks to TF Shipping for this amazing prize…
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A few weeks ago I was contacted to see if I could support someone I’d never met before, by someone I only met once, maybe 3 years ago.The answer was 100%. When I heard the news of Dave it made me more focused to realize just how many we can…
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What a day we’ve had here! We’ve had a visit from a gentleman called Bill Merello, a ‘soccer’ coach from Missouri, USA. Bill was absolutely delighted with our collection. He even held Clint Dempsey’s US national team shirt! Not only did we have Bill, we had a couple called Fred…
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Huge thank you for the support Lindsey. We hope Steve calmed down a bit ?⚽️ But we are extremely happy that you have supported the Museum and can’t wait to show you around. Michael and the Team
One of our founding sponsors at the FansMuseum. David Crampton a partner in silkwood01 just wanting Robert to attend now to make some great #memories
Although the Fans Museum wont officially open until October, you can join us for the pre-match atmosphere before the big kick off of all Sunderland AFC home matches. We will have memorabilia on display relating to the game and also special guests Alcoholic and soft drinks will be available from…
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The power of bringing 2 City’s together. Everyone meet Stuart Fearn from #Newcastle Building Society. After a few weeks of communication, we found our Fans Museum based in #Sunderland being utilized for a staff strategy meeting. We are opening up further awareness, that the power of what we hold being…
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Thanks to our friends who have came all the way from Swansea! They loved the Fans Museum; here’s some proof! Match worn shirts by some of their heroes such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Diego Maradona and Pelé.
The Fans Museum has 2 fantastic events happening this September First off is The Black Type Cup, a charity football tournament where you have the chance to play against ex SAFC players and other celebrity teams. Sunday 2nd September at Sunderland RCA find out more here On the 21st September…
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Well what can we say? We had a terrific day with a fledgling club #HettonNapoli. A huge amount of appreciation for Anthony Harrison who has worked tirelessly with the parents to create a great set of guys, and who wanted to use the Museum as the presentation destination. But the…
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What a night we’re having here at the Fans Museum – we’ve had Ozzy in who’s 102! We’ve had some visiting Sheffield Wednesday fans in too. We welcome all away supporters here. Pop down and try a few match worn shirts on or have a few beers!
We have Bobby Kerr in the building, come and meet him at the Fans Museum.Try on some of our #matchworn shirts- the ones worn by your heroes from Cristiano Ronaldo to Gazza to Andy Melville and see Kevin Phillips’ European Golden Shoe. The 1973 FA Cup winning legend is here…
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Pauline Greenhalgh and Norman at the fans museum meeting Michael Ganley and the staff. All to say thank you for sponsoring Sunderland ten pin bowlers. ??
Having lived in two Pumping Stations in #Sunderland, I was very privileged to be invited along to the 150th Anniversary of Ryhope Pumping Station yesterday. A beautiful piece of architecture and engineering at its finest. A huge thank you to Vicky Cairns for inviting myself, Claire Sharp,Keith Bell, and Sir…
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What a great time we’re having here at Ripon Races with Black Type Bet! If you’re down here then why not come and try on some #matchworn shirts or hold…
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We are truly appreciating the continued support we are receiving from EE Doxford International, Sunderland. Thank you for cleaning out the gardens, washing inside the building, and the lovely member who even took Buzz the museum Pug out for a 45 minute walk! He’s been missing you ever since.
Morning everyone We all know how well the Museum is going and how much it will grow further once we open fully and get out and about in the community. Now is the time to get your dad, your mam, any aunties and uncles, even grandparents to get involved and…
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Why not pop along to the Fans Museum for some pre match drinks? You can have also look at our fantastic memorabilia, hold a replica of the FA Cup, World Cup or try on a #matchworn shirt. Away fans always welcome! If you’re a Fleetwood Town FC fan traveling…
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We’ve arrived at the @StadiumOfLight for ‘An Evening With’ in aid of Grace House North East With @HLAServices and @elioruk. Come and see us if you’re here tonight and try on a #matchworn shirt. What a great night we’re having here at the Stadium of Light with Grace House North…
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