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The Greatest Celebration of Football Heritage Awaits
For all fans of Motherwell Football Club - and football enthusiasts around the world - we are embarking on an extraordinary journey to create the ultimate celebration of our beloved club's heritage.
Welcome to the home of the future Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust Virtual Museum – where our rich history, unforgettable moments, and cherished memories come alive like never before.
EXPERIENCE THE LEGACY
Discover how we plan to preserve and showcase the incredible history of Motherwell FC through immersive experiences.JOIN THE MOVEMENT
Learn how you can contribute to and be part of this groundbreaking project.
CELEBRATE OUR IDENTITY
See how we’re ensuring that the stories, artifacts, and traditions that define our club are passed down to future generations.
WHAT'S IN STORE?
From a state-of-the-art virtual museum to engaging heritage tours at Fir Park Stadium, we are committed to creating a vibrant, interactive space that honours our past and inspires our future. This is more than just a project – it’s a tribute to the heart and soul of Motherwell FC.
Join us as we evolve and develop our ambition to provide the very best football club heritage experience. Be part of something truly monumental.
“Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live with today,
and what we pass on to future generations. Our cultural and natural heritage
are both irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration.” UNESCO
HERITAGE MATTERS
In 2016, our Club asked our magnificent supporters, how significant is Motherwell Football Club’s heritage and how it should be celebrated.
The response was overwhelming:
- 100% of you believe the heritage of Motherwell FC is important to the community;
- 85% want a permanent exhibition at Fir Park;
- 62% are excited about establishing a Heritage Trail at the stadium.
Since then, much has changed, including the challenges brought by the Covid pandemic and the evolving landscape of Scottish football.
But our commitment to preserving our heritage remains unwavering.
Why Does Our Heritage Matter?
Just like family heirlooms and stories, the heritage of Motherwell FC is a source of pride and identity for our community. It connects us to our past and inspires future generations. Preserving this heritage ensures that tales of memorable matches and legendary performances live on.
HERITAGE MATTERS SURVEY
Our Club is exploring options to make the heritage of Motherwell FC accessible to fans, former and current players, the local community and visiting football supporters at large. There is an urgent need to preserve what we have – physical objects, documents, films, original records – and keep these safe for future generations. We are very keen to receive input from fans and other stakeholders which will be used to inform a proposed concept plan. To this end, we would be very grateful if you could take the time to complete the survey
THE HERITAGE ENTERPRISE
Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO). The charity number is SC053724.
OUR VISION
To create a vibrant, engaging, and educational environment for fans, the local community, former players, and visiting football enthusiasts.
WHAT'S NEXT?
Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust provides a solid foundation and legal framework for our Club’s heritage projects and ensures strict governance of our charitable purposes and finances.
OUR MISSION
We Will:
Deliver
- A cutting-edge ‘virtual museum’ with access to a rich digital catalogue of documents, match programmes, player records, images, videos, and more.
- A Heritage Tour at Fir Park Stadium, offering tangible access to memorabilia and artifacts.
- Regular heritage-themed events.
Support
- Educational programmes focused on numeracy, literacy, and content development.
- Enrichment activities for those living with dementia.
Raise Our Profile By
- Presenting at external conferences and events.
- Collaborating with academic researchers.
- Producing regular heritage-themed articles and video content.
Expand Our Collection By
- Acquiring, curating and preserving Motherwell FC memorabilia.
MOTHERWELL FOOTBALL CLUB HERITAGE TRUST:
CELEBRATING OUR PAST, INSPIRING OUR FUTURE.
SUPPORT OUR HERITAGE
We are keen to work with suitably experienced and enthusiastic volunteers who can support our workstreams.
These include:
Archivist – to catalogue memorabilia and artefacts
Webmasters – to create, update and optimise the virtual museum
Video content producers – to shoot and edit oral histories
We also welcome donations of memorabilia and artefacts, either loaned or gifted.
And all money donations will be publicly acknowledged on our website and virtual museum. As a charity, these can be tax deductible.
There will also be future funding opportunities including sponsoring specific exhibits and activities, and supporting purchases of Motherwell FC memorabilia.
Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication to preserving the rich heritage of Motherwell Football Club. Together, we can create a lasting legacy for generations to come. Stay tuned for more updates and how you can get involved!
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THE TRUSTEES
Brian McCafferty
Chair
Brian McCafferty blends a very highly respected career in education and public service, together with a lifelong dedication to Motherwell FC.
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As former Chair of both the football club and The Well Society, Brian was instrumental in the move toward fan ownership, advancing a vision of community-led governance. His extensive and varied career, spanning roles as an HMI inspector, a senior civil servant with Ofsted, senior executive with Capita, and director of a national consultancy organisation — has equipped him with a compelling mixture of strategic planning, project management, and communication skills, which are key elements of his leadership DNA. In addition to his work with the society and club, Brian led the Heritage Group, laying the groundwork to establish the current Heritage Trust, which is dedicated to preserving and celebrating Motherwell’s storied legacy. Brian’s commitment, enthusiasm and expertise make him an invaluable asset to the Trust and the wider Motherwell community.
Nick Mackie
Operations and Communications
Nick Mackie brings an extraordinary depth of expertise to his role as Trustee of the Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust, making him an invaluable champion for the club’s storied legacy.
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A devoted Motherwell supporter since the late 1960s, Nick’s loyalty to the ‘Well never wavered, even as his career took him across the globe. A graduate of the University of London, Nick spent two decades as a foreign correspondent, covering some of the world’s most dynamic and high-stakes regions, including reporting from conflict zones. His compelling storytelling earned him international acclaim, including an Emmy Award for his work in China. Transitioning from journalism, Nick has since held influential roles in communications and business development for two top university medical schools, managed a joint venture company in China, and serves as a guest professor at a prestigious university in southwest China. Today, he works in policy research and speechwriting, with a focus on healthcare. Nick’s vast experience in global communications, business strategy, and education, coupled with his foundational role in the establishing of the Heritage Trust, make him uniquely qualified to honour and elevate Motherwell FC’s rich history.
Stuart Graham
Motherwell FC Club Historian
A lifelong Motherwell supporter, Stuart Graham brings a wealth of passion and historical knowledge to his role as Club Historian.
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Born and raised in Motherwell, Stuart attended his first game in 1962—a remarkable 9-1 League Cup victory over Falkirk. Over the years, he has witnessed countless iconic moments, from the legendary 5-4 aggregate win against Tottenham in the 1970 Texaco Cup to the unforgettable 6-1 victory over Rangers in the 2015 Premier League playoff. Appointed as Club Historian in 2020, Stuart has since worked with museum and heritage groups to preserve and celebrate Motherwell FC’s legacy. His personal memorabilia collection is among the most comprehensive, including more than 1,600 matchday programmes and his oldest item, a rare piece from 1897. Stuart’s deep-rooted knowledge and dedication make him an invaluable asset to the Heritage Trust, helping to ensure that the club’s rich history is documented and shared for generations to come.
Kevin Tweedlie
Digital Design and Development
Kevin Tweedlie has a proven track record in digital design and development. With a BSc in Web and Mobile Development and expertise in web design, video editing, animation, and graphic design, he effectively combines technical skills with creativity.
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A dedicated supporter of Motherwell FC since the early 1990s, Kevin's passion for the club is evident through his founding of the historical website Motherwellnet, where he meticulously researched and archived the club's rich history. His work as a content creator further strengthens his fit for the Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust, as he excels in developing engaging narratives and visually compelling content that highlights the club’s legacy. Kevin’s deep-rooted connection to the club, combined with his professional skills, positions him as a valuable asset in preserving and promoting the heritage of Motherwell FC for future generations.