Rochdale Pioneers Museum

Who we are

The Rochdale Pioneers Museum exists to preserve the original store of the Rochdale Pioneers and to generate an understanding of the ideals and principles of the co-operative movement. 

KEY AIMS

• To preserve and maintain the store building and collections relating to the Rochdale Pioneers and the co-operative movement in general.
• To provide an educational experience for visitors that includes the origins and development of the Rochdale Pioneers Society in the context of 19th century Rochdale.
• To promote an understanding of the motivation and dedication of the Rochdale Pioneers.
• To communicate an understanding of the co-operative alternative and co-operative values and principles as defined by the Pioneers and their contribution and relevance to current times.