Book Events
A brief introduction to the Spectrum Standard
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 […]
Elevenses, Monday 27 April, Community Centred Programming: The Giant Scarf Project, online
What happens when a simple idea grows into a town wide creative project? In this session, Aimee Broughton shares the story of the Giant Scarf Project, a co-created initiative delivered during her time at the National Football Museum and delivered in partnership with Preston North End Community and Education Trust that invited hundreds of people […]
Transforming Collections: Rethinking Collections and Collecting, online Zoom
What should we do with all this stuff? Join Happy Museum Project and MD North to explore how together we might unblock the barriers to repurposing our collections, and create genuine public benefit. In order for our organisations to survive and to thrive, we urgently need to re-think our approach to collections and collecting. Environmentally, […]
Knowing and Growing your Audiences
Understanding and developing your audiences is a key requirement for meeting the Accreditation Standard. It’s important to know who does and doesn’t visit your museum and to have a plan for developing your audiences, so you can ensure you’re meeting their needs and providing positive experiences. This session will explore Requirement 8 of the Accreditation […]
Introduction to AI in Museums, online
This session will provide a short introduction to AI in Museums. It is aimed at museum staff, volunteers and trustees wishing to find out more about AI, and how their organisation might respond to these emerging technologies. Join Jocelyn Burnham who will create a neutral space to explore, understand, discuss and critically examine emerging artificial […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]