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This session will offer a basic overview of the Spectrum Object exit procedure. It will cover: How the procedure relates to Accreditation and policy. The procedure’s definition and scope, explaining key concepts and terms. The Spectrum minimum requirements, with brief examples of how to meet them. Where to find the Spectrum suggested procedure and briefly […]
Part 1: Course materials distributed: on Tuesday 7 July 2026 Part 2: Tuesday 14 July 2026: 10:00-12:30 Part 3: Thursday 16 July 2026: 10:00-11:45 and 13:00-14:45 Optional action planning drop-in surgery: Tuesday 21 July 10:30-11:30 Summary: Carbon Literacy Course for people that work and volunteer in museums About this event: Background Information Museum Development England, in partnership with Manchester Museum […]
Museum Development North offers online Accreditation Clinics to support Accredited museums or those seeking to join the Accreditation Scheme. Whether your museum is in the process of preparing an Accreditation Return, working towards securing Accredited status or considering joining the scheme, the Accreditation Clinics will be open for you to attend. The clinics are an […]
Whitby Museum has two contracts to award for the provision of project management and design services for the re-interpretation and redevelopment of the Explorers’ Wing. Project Manager Whitby Museum is inviting suitably qualified and experienced consultants to tender for this work. The project will transform the visitor experience through the development of new interpretive content, […]
The Armitt is seeking to appoint a dynamic and confident Manager & Curator to direct and lead the Trust into its next 5-year period. This role will entail significant strategic and operational responsibility so they are looking for somebody with broad knowledge, skills and experience of the cultural sector to support Trustees, staff and volunteers. […]
Showtown is seeking quotations for an evaluator with proven experience to support the evaluation of the “Legacy of Laughter: Unlocking the Charlie Cairoli Collection” project. This is an Arts Council England funded opportunity. Using comedy, heritage and co-production, “Legacy of Laughter” focuses on unlocking access to Showtown’s collections through digital transformation and new interpretive approaches. Showtown is seeking an […]