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About the RAMM
"“An exquisite jewel box of a building; a Venetian casket. One of the most appealing treasures in Britain.”"

- Dan Cruickshank, October 2006

"RAMM will enhance people’s quality of life. It is a place of discovery which encourages everyone to be curious. RAMM uses its local and global collections to connect people to the world and inspires them to shape a better future." RAMM's vision

Information taken and adapted from the RAMM website.

The RAMM is a service of Exeter City Council, its major funder and an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation. Following a major redevelopment project, in 2012 RAMM received the UK’s most significant sector award, the Art Fund Prize for Museum of the Year.

History of the RAMM
RAMM’s façade is unique, a mosaic of local stone. It has been an Exeter landmark for over 150 years. John Hayward, the architect of the façade was inspired by medieval churches and included arches, columns, tracery and a rose window. His design was in the style known as Gothic Revival.

In 1861 the death of Prince Albert led Devon MP Sir Stafford Northcote to launch an appeal for a memorial in Exeter. The resulting proposal was for a building named the Devon and Exeter Albert Memorial Institution, that would serve as a museum, gallery, library, art school and college. The public opening was celebrated in 1868.

After an extension in 1899, the Memorial was granted the right to add ‘Royal’ to its name. In the 20th century, the building became known as the Royal Albert Memorial Museum or RAMM.

Collections
Over 450 images of RAMM collection items are available on Wikimedia Commons.

These include items by George Townsend, John Joseph Barker, Olive Wharry and many other notable artists.



The RAMM on Wiki
The Royal Albert Memorial Museum on Wikipedia

The RAMM Collections on Wikimedia Commons.