Book Events
Unlocking Audience Insights: Making the most of Data, online Zoom
Join us to discover more, and improve your confidence, in planning and undertaking data collection. Trainer Christina Lister will explore how to use research, consultation and evaluation to better understand your users and non-users and what to do with this data. This session will cover: An overview of sector and national data on audience trends […]
Capital Development Network, Kiplin Hall, North Yorkshire, 28 May 2026
As part of MDN’s Future Preparedness programme, the Capital Development Network brings together museum people who are undertaking or planning capital development projects. These in-person events are an opportunity for the museum sector in the North of England to share learning, get peer support, and hear from a variety of speakers across a range of […]
Elevenses, Tuesday 12 May, Coaching for problem-solving and personal development
Coaching is an incredibly effective way to think through problems, make realistic plans, motivate yourself and achieve ambitions. In this session, ex-heritage marketer and now Life and Work Coach Beth Dawes will explain how coaching can help museum professionals. Beth will introduce the neuroscience behind our mindset and beliefs, showing how positive change is possible […]
Introduction to Object Entry
This session will offer a basic introduction to the Spectrum Object entry procedure. It will cover: How the procedure relates to Accreditation and policy. The procedure’s definition and scope, including key concepts and terms. The minimum requirements, with examples of how to meet them. Where to find the suggested procedure and briefly what it can […]
Brief Introduction to Acquisition and Accessioning
This session 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 suggested procedure and […]
Creating Engaging Experiences for your Users
Understanding your core and target audiences informs how to best engage them with your museum and improve their experiences. Offering stimulating and diverse ways for users to engage with museum collections is one of the sector’s key roles and an essential requirement for meeting the Accreditation Standard. It’s also important to promote those engagement opportunities […]
Accreditation Clinic
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 […]
Mentor Monthly Meet-Up
Join Museum Development North for an Accreditation Mentor support session. These online monthly meet-ups are designed to offer support for existing Accreditation Mentors, whether you’re new to mentoring or have years of experience. They will be a laid-back and informal opportunity to meet other mentors working across the north of England to share experiences, knowledge, […]