Morris & Co news

Finalists’ Night at the Museum for Shropshire Young Thinkers

Kicking off the 2020 Darwin Festival on a creative note, the 20 finalists of this year’s Young Thinkers’ Competition enjoyed a fantastic night of appreciation and celebration with six Highly Commended entries announced and 12-year-old Vivian Wang from Packwood Haugh School crowned this year’s winner.

Creative, Colourful and Compelling designs from Budding Shropshire Artists

Judges for this year’s Young Thinkers’ Competition were bowled over by hundreds of creative entries from Shropshire youngsters when selecting twenty budding artists to feature in a bespoke exhibition staged at Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery from February 7^th for the month.

Memorable year shines light on 150 years in business

From fireworks, flowers and fundraising to star performers, sculpture and engaging community activity, events to mark our 150^th anniversary have been thoroughly enjoyed.

Designs on Darwin as competition deadline nears

Children at Shrewsbury’s Packwood Haugh School were inspired by Charles Darwin to give full rein to their creativity and imagination in a special workshop.

Polar bears – not just for Christmas

The illuminated polar bears on the roof of our Shrewsbury headquarters have grown in number – from six to eight – and in size, much to the delight of local people.

Charity fundraising a ‘wheel’ success

In our 150^th year anniversary, we've surpassed our fundraising target and raised over £10,000 for this year’s chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Society. Funds are used for vital research into cause, cure and prevention and support for families and those living with dementia.