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140 Years - Anniversary Gala Dinner

The Motherwell FC 140th Anniversary Dinner, taking place on Friday 15 May 2026, will bring together some of the club’s most celebrated figures from across the decades, including legendary goalscorer Willie Pettigrew, Scottish Cup Final winning goalscorer Stevie Kirk, captain and Hall of Fame defender Stephen Craigan, and one of Scotland’s leading after-dinner speakers, a former Steelman, John Gahaghan.

Hosted by Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust and Former Players, tickets for this fantastic celebration are now on sale, inviting supporters to join an unforgettable evening honouring the people, moments, and memories that have shaped the club’s remarkable history – while also marking an important new step in preserving that legacy for the future.

For full details plus booking your place, head to https://weareeventpal.com/MFCHeritage2026

Places are limited – early booking is highly recommended.

Tickets: £69

Looking forward to seeing you there.

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Steelmen Heritage Project - Help Us Cross the Finish Line

18 May 1991: Phil O''Donnell (left) and Ian Angus (right) of Motherwell celebrate a second goal during the Scottish Cup final against Dundee at Hampden Park in Glasgow, Scotland. Motherwell won the match 4-3. (image: Ben Radford/Allsport)

The Steelmen Heritage Project continues to make great strides in celebrating, preserving, and sharing the proud story of our football club. Thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors, we have already completed several exciting projects that bring our heritage to life – and now we are close to completing this phase of our journey.

What We’ve Achieved So Far With your invaluable support, we have been able to transform how our club’s rich history is displayed and experienced:

Revitalised Centenary Suite Displays

The cabinets within the Centenary Suite have been completely renewed to reflect six key eras in our club’s history. These include never-before-seen memorabilia and trophies, giving supporters and visitors a deeper appreciation of the club’s journey and achievements.

Phil O’Donnell Stand Entrance

In collaboration with the football club, the main entrance to the stand has been redesigned to celebrate Motherwell’s industrial roots, its legacy of nurturing great players, and of course, the Scottish Cup-winning heroes of 1991.

Mrs Baillie’s Bar

We have also contributed to the development of Mrs Baillie’s Bar in the fan zone beside the Tommy McLean Stand. This engaging space shares stories from the club’s early years, connecting today’s supporters with the foundations of our community and identity.

Murals in the John Hunter Stand

Our team has provided historical guidance to the Block E artists, who have created stunning murals depicting the club’s most iconic managers. These vibrant artworks celebrate leadership, character, and the enduring spirit of the Steelmen.

Virtual Museum

Our online heritage hub, mfcheritagetrust.com, continues to grow each week. The virtual museum provides fans across the world with access to our expanding digital archive of memorabilia, match programmes, player profiles, and much more – ensuring our story is preserved and shared for generations to come. We have scanned thousands of pages of match programmes and photographed hundreds of items – these will be uploaded to the website in batches over the coming weeks.

What Comes Next

The next steps in the Steelmen History Project are already in motion.

We will soon extend the heritage theme up the stairs of the Phil O’Donnell Stand, introducing a timeline of key moments and a dedicated European adventures display that will include the stories and memories of fans who travelled with the team through those unforgettable campaigns.

Following this, we will focus on completing the Davie Cooper Concourse, a key area for historical displays and the final piece required before we can launch our new stadium heritage tour — an engaging and accessible experience that will showcase our proud history to supporters and visitors alike.

We’re Nearly There – Can You Help Us Finish the Job?

We are well on our way to reaching our £15,000 fundraising target, which will allow us to complete this phase of our work.

If you are able to support us, please visit our JustGiving page to make a donation. Every contribution – large or small – makes a difference.

If you are a UK taxpayer, please remember to tick the Gift Aid box when you donate. It allows us to claim an extra 25% on your gift at no extra cost to you.

Together, we are creating something truly special – a living legacy that honours our past, inspires future generations, and celebrates everything it means to be part of the Motherwell story.

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Two-Thirds There, Thanks to You !

Centenary Lounge cabinet after revamping (image: MFCHT)

We’re thrilled to share some brilliant news – our fundraising campaign to create a lasting celebration of Motherwell FC’s proud history has now reached a major milestone.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of fans, friends, and supporters, we’ve raised £9,000, bringing us two-thirds of the way to our overall target of £15,000.

This campaign is about more than bricks and mortar – it’s about honouring the legacy of our club, telling our story properly, and ensuring that future generations understand what makes Motherwell FC so special.

But we’re not there yet. To complete this ambitious project and make it truly worthy of the badge, we still need your support. Every donation, big or small, brings us closer to turning key areas of Fir Park into a powerful, permanent tribute to our club’s rich heritage.

You can support the campaign by donating through our JustGiving page which has full details of our plans.

If you’ve already donated, thank you!

And remember, if you’re a UK taxpayer, you can boost your donation by 25% at no extra cost just by ticking the Gift Aid box.

That means, for every £1 you give, we get an extra 25p from HMRC. It’s a simple way to make an even bigger impact – at no extra cost to you.

To ensure we properly acknowledge all contributions, please also email admin@mfcheritagetrust.com with your name, contact details, and the amount donated.

Let’s keep pushing.

With your continued support, we’re well on the way to bringing our history home.

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Bring Motherwell FC’s History to Life

concept drawing for Phil O'Donnell Stand entrance

You can help turn Fir Park into into a vibrant celebration of all things Motherwell FC. Our goal is to make every matchday, every visit,  feel like walking through our proud history.

Join us in celebrating the amazing history of Motherwell FC by helping us create a stunning Heritage Experience at Fir Park.

Motherwell Football Club Heritage Trust – a registered charity – is embarking on an exciting journey to revamp our historic display cabinets and transform the Davie Cooper Stand Concourse into an immersive matchday and stadium tour experience that honours the club’s proud legacy.

What We’re Creating

We want Fir Park to be more than a stadium — we want it to feel like a living museum where fans, families, and future generations can:

  • Explore stunning new display cabinets filled with priceless club memorabilia
  • Walk through a reimagined Davie Cooper Stand Concourse bursting with colour, history, and passion
  • Enjoy a proposed stadium tour featuring themed zones, heritage storytelling, and family-friendly interaction

Imagine walking into Fir Park and instantly feeling the history – not just seeing it, but experiencing it.

Concept Sneak Peek

For our first project, which focuses on the Phil O’Donnell Stand entrance, the Centenary Lounge and Davie Cooper Stand Concourse, we’ve worked with talented designers to develop stunning concept visuals.

Here’s a taste of what’s to come (subject to final design changes)

A revamped Phil O’Donnell Stand entrance

Redesigned exhibit cabinets in the Centenary Lounge – arranged across 6 eras of club’s history

A transformed Davie Cooper Concourse

Why It Matters

Fir Park holds memories that span generations. From Davie Cooper’s genius to cup wins, promotions, and unforgettable nights – it’s all part of who we are.

With your help, this project will:

  • Protect and showcase our club’s proud history
  • Inspire lifelong fans and new supporters alike
  • Add heart and meaning to every matchday
  • Give visitors a truly special experience during future stadium tours

We’re not just building cabinets and wall displays. We’re building legacy.

How You Can Help

We are so grateful for the generous support from early funders. However, in order to complete the transformation, we still need to raise a further £15,000.

You can make a huge impact, whether you give a little or a lot.

Every donation brings us closer to turning Fir Park into a landmark of football heritage.

And remember, if you’re a UK taxpayer, you can boost your donation by 25% at no extra cost just by ticking the Gift Aid box.

That means, for every £1 you give, we get an extra 25p from HMRC. It’s a simple way to make an even bigger impact – at no extra cost to you.

What You’ll Get

All donors who provide us with their contact details will receive:

  • Regular updates as the project progresses
  • Your name (if you wish) featured on our ‘Virtual Museum’ Donor Wall
  • Early insights into the next phase of our heritage plans
  • The pride of being part of something meaningful

Timeline

We aim to begin installation during the close season, summer 2025, with the full transformation completed in phases to minimise matchday disruption.

The sooner we raise the funds, the sooner we can bring it all to life.

Ready to Be Part of History?

Fir Park is where history is made. Now you can help preserve it for the next generation.

Click here to support today !

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Be part of the legacy