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Our Story

Dream-pebble was founded with a singular purpose: to help museums and public institutions fulfil their potential as spaces of learning, discovery, and community engagement. What began as a small consultancy in Bristol has grown into one of the most trusted names in British museum services.

Our founders, both former museum professionals themselves, recognised a gap in the market. Many smaller institutions lacked access to the expertise that larger museums take for granted. They set out to change that, creating a consultancy that combines world-class knowledge with practical, achievable solutions.

Today, we work with institutions of every size, from village heritage centres to major city galleries. Our approach remains the same: listen carefully, understand deeply, and deliver results that exceed expectations.

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Our Values

The principles that guide everything we do.

Accessibility

Museums belong to everyone. We believe in creating experiences that welcome all visitors, regardless of background, ability, or prior knowledge. Every exhibition should have multiple entry points for engagement.

Authenticity

Historical accuracy matters. While we embrace innovative presentation methods, we never compromise on research integrity. Our work is grounded in scholarship and respectful of the communities whose stories we help tell.

Sustainability

Cultural institutions must plan for the long term. We help our clients develop strategies that are financially viable and environmentally responsible, ensuring collections can be preserved for future generations.

Collaboration

The best results come from genuine partnership. We work alongside your team, sharing knowledge and building capacity so that improvements continue long after our direct involvement ends.

Our Leadership

Experienced professionals passionate about cultural heritage.

Professional portrait of founding director

Dr. William Hartley

Founding Director

Professional portrait of head of conservation

Catherine Forbes

Head of Conservation

Professional portrait of education lead

Michael Okonkwo

Education Lead

120+
Institutions Served
350+
Projects Completed
15
Years of Excellence
24
Team Members

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