Members of the public can have their say on plans to redevelop the former Durham Light Infantry (DLI) Museum and Art Gallery into an exhibition centre, gallery, café and restaurant.
In March this year, Durham County Council’s Cabinet approved proposals to redevelop the building, at Aykley Heads, for cultural use.
The above CGI shows how the development could look from the South side of the museum.
While The Story at Mount Oswald will be the permanent home for the DLI collection, the site at Aykley Heads will include space for a DLI Gallery. The Story is expected to open to the public in 2023.
A pre-planning consultation on the proposed redevelopment of the former museum and art gallery building begins this week.
Cllr Elizabeth Scott, cabinet member for economy and partnerships, said: “This is a fantastic opportunity to redevelop a historic building and create an ambitious cultural venue which would boost our tourism offer, in turn growing our visitor economy and supporting local pride.
“Providing significant dedicated space for the DLI Collection is key to the future success of the venue.
“I’d encourage everyone interested to feed back to our online consultation or visit our information event to find out more.”
The public can view the proposed plans and complete a survey online at www.durham.gov.uk/consultation until Friday, November 4.
An event with the opportunity to meet the team working on the redevelopment, see the plans, ask questions and leave comments will be held at Durham Town Hall on Tuesday, November 1, from 5pm to 7pm.
The plans will be on display at Clayport Library in Durham City after the consultation event, with more opportunities to leave comments from Wednesday, November 2, to 12pm on Friday, November 4.
Both Durham Town Hall and Clayport Library are accessible venues.
