Category: Collections Management
Deaccessioning and disposal
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 […]
A brief introduction to location audits
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 […]
A brief introduction to Spectrum
This session will offer a basic introduction to the Spectrum collections management standard. It will cover: An explanation of the layout of a Spectrum procedure including definition, minimum requirements and suggested procedure. The relationship between the Spectrum standard and Accreditation. A brief overview of the nine primary procedure definitions. Signposting to further information. By the […]
Transforming Collections Programme: Contemporary Collecting, 21 January 2026, online via zoom
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 approach ethical contemporary collecting to build more inclusive and representative collections. Agenda 10.00: Welcome […]
A brief introduction to Object Exit
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 […]
MD North Forum: Gawthorpe Textile Collections, Collections Development in Practice, 5 February 2026
As part of our Transforming Collections programme, this all-day forum will focus on collections development practices. This day will explore various aspects of collections development through shared learning between museums and facilitated discussions to give you time to reflect on your own organisation’s practice. There will also be the opportunity to hear from the Curator […]
Transforming Collections Programme: Restitution and Repatriation, 25 February 2026, online via zoom
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 restitution and repatriation in museums including terminology, ethical considerations, sector guidance and practical examples. Agenda 10.00: Welcome […]
Transforming Collections Programme: Commissioning New Work for Collections, 18 March 2026, online via zoom
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 work with artists and communities to commission and co-commission new work. Agenda 10.00: Welcome […]