How Rivington is made possible.
In 1980 a former Jersey resident Mr William Charles Richmond-Pickering gifted a portion of his estate in his will to the Government of Jersey to be used to enable interested Jersey residents to travel abroad in order to further explore and potentially enhance their appreciation of the arts and/or history.
Through Rivington we administer his wishes
Mr William Charles Richmond-Pickering’s generosity allows Jersey residents of any age, gender or ability to follow their dreams in travelling to see art beyond Jersey and on the world stage, helping to support and strengthen the local cultural community.
William himself was a traveller and art lover. Cuttings books from his travels and experiences can be viewed at The Jersey Archive and include cards, programmes, letters and tickets, cartoons, news cuttings, tickets, invitations, postcards, receipts and other souvenirs.
The Rivington Fund is dedicated to upholding Mr Richmond-Pickering's wishes by administering this fund widely and fairly, enriching the lives of Jersey residents through the arts and history.