Working with Museums in the North 

Funded by Arts Council England, Museum Development North enables strong, agile museums to contribute to the distinctive life, culture and identity of the North of England. Museum Development North is a partnership between York Museums Trust, the Manchester Museums Partnership, Cumbria Museum Consortium and North East Museums (formerly Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums) and builds on strong foundations of delivering regional museum development since 2012. Our team of experts provide advice, give support and create opportunities for museums to connect, collaborate and grow.

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Upcoming events

MD North Forum: The Story, Durham, Tuesday 20 May

Our museum forums offer you “a professional day out” – a chance to catch up with your museum colleagues in the region, visit an interesting venue, get the most out of being at a site, hear some interesting case studies – and enjoy being out in a different museum with different colleagues! Forums usually start […]

20 May 2025 · The Story

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Seeds for Action – Connect & Co-Work 21 May 2025

As part of Roots & Branches, the Seeds for Action programme aims to connect Carbon Literate Certified museum people, and the organisations they represent, across England to develop and build on their carbon reduction strategies and approaches to taking climate action. This online programme, using Museum Development programme funding from Arts Council England, is a […]

21 May 2025

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A brief introduction to Acquisition and accessioning

This online session delivered by the Collections Trust will offer a basic overview of the Spectrum Acquisition and accessioning 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 […]

22 May 2025

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People’s History Museum – Various Roles

Peoples’ History Museum are currently seeking applications for a number of roles: Programme and Events Officer – closing date 11 June Collections Manager – 9 June Visitor Experience and Operations Assistant (Casual) – 30 May Visitor Experience and Operations Assistant (Permanent) – 30 May Building Manager – 5 June

16 May 2025

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Barnsley Council – Senior Engagement Manager

A new opportunity has arisen for a talented and experienced individual to lead the development and delivery of inclusive and innovative engagement and learning programmes across the heritage and museum service. You will be responsible for the co-production, implementation and review of a new Engagement Strategy for the service including new models of delivery and leading […]

16 May 2025

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Kirklees Council – Project Manager

Kirklees Council is looking for a passionate and experienced Project Manager to lead the non-construction elements of the ‘Our Cultural Heart’ project during Phase 2, which will focus on the development of a Museum and Art Gallery. This is your chance to make a significant impact by planning and delivering key aspects of this high-profile […]

16 May 2025

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