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Deaccessioning and disposal occur as part of responsible collections management, in the context of a museum’s Collections Development Policy. This session will focus on the Spectrum 5.1 Deaccessioning and disposal procedure. We will review policy considerations, Spectrum requirements and suggested procedure. We will also signpost to guidance and toolkits for methods of disposal, decision-making and […]
This session will focus on how to undertake an audit of your object locations. We will look at the Audit and Location and movement control procedure as well as practical tips for conducting and documenting a location audit. The session will cover: The definition and scope of both procedures. How the procedures relates to Accreditation […]
Part 1: Course materials distributed: on Tuesday 6 January 2026 Part 2: Tuesday 13 January 2026: 10:00-12:30 Part 3: Thursday 15 January 2026: 10:00-11:45 and 13:00-14:45 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 and The Carbon Literacy Project, has developed an […]
Wigan Council is seeking to fill a newly created role of Senior Curator & Producer that will work closely with the Head of Cultural Programming, to develop and deliver Haigh Hall’s cultural programme plus support the development of the new gallery spaces and visitor experience. They are looking for a highly experienced curator and producer […]
The Brontë Society has vacancies for Visitor Experience Assistants to join the front-of-house team at the Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth, West Yorkshire, to assist with seasonal opening hours. Candidates should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, a strong commitment to working within a vibrant and busy heritage setting and a willingness to learn about […]
Heritage Volunteering Group North West (HVG NW) is thrilled to launch an inspiring new programme of four specialist training days, made possible through funding from Museum Development North. Designed to empower leaders of volunteers working across the North of England, this programme brings together cutting-edge ideas, sector best practice, and future-focused approaches to volunteer engagement. […]