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This session will look at the use of temporary numbers as part of an inventory project including: The benefits of using temporary numbers in the right situations How to use them How to resolve them (including historic temporary numbers). There will opportunities to discuss with colleagues and ask questions throughout, as well as signposting to further guidance. […]
Transforming Collections is a series of online sessions designed to help museums to think about how they can explore, question, and review collections and collections information collaboratively to build more inclusive collections development practices. This session will explore how museums can employ ethical community-centred practice for collections development. Agenda 10.00: Welcome and Introductions 10.10: Stephen […]
Join Justine Boussard (the Amateur Ancestor Project and Climate Museum UK) and Jennie Lambert (Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens) to hear how Long Time thinking and object-based storytelling can unlock the power of permanent collections to address the planetary emergency. They will discuss how youth collective Celebrate Different have been supported to develop their own […]
The museum service is seeking a consultant to review this work from 2021 onwards. Outcome required from this contract is an evaluation report of the work that can support future funding applications. The service would like it to include positive actions plan for more inclusive engagement with communities in the development of projects using good […]
Wakefield Council is seeking to appoint a design company with experience of working with community and volunteer groups, to undertake the following work: • write and design six outdoor heritage interpretation panels for identified heritage sites across the Wakefield District working with local community groups, and drawing on recent community heritage projects • deliver a […]
Here are some funding deadlines coming up in November and early December Common Ground Award Grants of up to £10,000 in capital funding to charities in the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector that are bringing people together from different backgrounds, supporting the cost of constructing or renovating facilities, or the purchasing of equipment […]