About Us
Welcome to the work, collections, exhibitions and activities of the Daniel Bingham Foundation in Cirencester.
Collections
See and enjoy the Foundation’s collections, all focussed on the town of Cirencester.
Exhibitions
You can visit an exhibition every year in the Bingham Gallery.
Local History
Find out about the people and the history of Cirencester.
Archives and Local Studies
Study the town and townspeople through our considerable records of Cirencester life.
News and Events
Catch up with our latest news and events here.
Bingham Legacy
Admire Daniel George Bingham’s generosity to ‘my dear old native town’ of Cirencester.
Online Gallery
Enjoy some examples from our extensive historical collections.
About Us
Today the Daniel Bingham Foundation, named for its benefactor Daniel George Bingham, has gathered a wonderful collection of art and photographs of Cirencester. The Foundation also supports the promotion of art, music and heritage.
Collections
The Daniel Bingham Foundation hold a large archive of art and photos going back as far as 1420, showcasing Cirencester through the ages.
Exhibitions
Exhibitions, held annually, are drawn from the extensive art and archive collections of the Foundation and include work by Cirencester artists and exhibitions telling the story of the town.
Local History
Cirencester has 2,000 years of history. Daniel Bingham Foundation plays its part in promoting this fascinating legacy, including right up to modern times.
Archives and Local Studies
The Daniel Bingham Foundation has collected an extensive Archive of documents and local studies material relating to the people and the history of the Cirencester area. These are accessible to all at Gloucestershire Archives.
News and Events
Find the latest news here. We hold special events linked to our exhibitions programme. These include activities for all ages for the national events Heritage Open Days in early September and the Big Draw in October.
Bingham Legacy
Cirencester-born Daniel George Bingham (1830-1913) has been one of the town’s greatest benefactors, funding a new library, a new public hall and associated events, plus extensions to its hospital. The Foundation continues to promote and enhance that legacy.
Online Gallery
Shown here is only a selection of the Foundations collections. More will be added as our work continues.
Step into the past…
Explore our historical artwork and photographs ›

Cirencester Market Place and Parish Church

Cirencester Town Centre

Bingham Gallery exhibitions

Bingham House, Dyer Street

Bingham Hall, King Street

Black Jack Street

Parish Church from Abbey Grounds

Gloucester Street

Bingham Library opening 1905