The ICOM UK Bursary scheme is designed to help our members participate in international museum activity such as ICOM General Conferences, meetings of ICOM International Committees (subject specialist groups) or international seminars. We offer two types of bursary; a smaller fast turnaround scheme, and a larger scheme that runs with three deadlines per year. A […]
This article was first published by ICOM. Each year since 1977, ICOM has organised International Museum Day, which represents a unique moment for the international museum community. The objective of International Museum Day (IMD) is to raise awareness about the fact that, “Museums are an important means of cultural exchange, enrichment of cultures and development of […]
This article was first published by Art Fund. The shortlist has been revealed for Art Fund Museum of the Year 2026, the world’s largest museum prize: Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery The Box, Plymouth The Fitzwilliam Museum National Gallery V&A East Storehouse […]
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This article was first published by the Museums Association. Museums Change Lives Awards take place at MA’s annual conference each year, recognising and celebrating outstanding work by UK museums delivering social impact. The awards promote best practice from museums and individuals that supports communities and engages with contemporary issues. There are three awards to be presented […]
This article was first published by the Scottish Society for Art History. The Scottish Society for Art History promotes scholarship in the history of Scottish art and art located in Scotland. To facilitate this, the SSAH offers research support grants of up to £400 to assist with research costs such as fees for the provision […]
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This article was first published by Remembering Refugees. Survey Introduction You are invited to take part in a study exploring curatorial and interpretative approaches to plural and contested memories of Black Civil War refugees. The study is led by researchers at the University of St Andrews as part of the Leverhulme Trust–funded Remembering Refugees project, in collaboration […]
We are pleased to announce that our annual conference, Museum Diplomacy in Action, will be taking place next week on 16-17 April 2026 in Oxford, exploring the unique role of museums as cultural diplomats in an increasingly uncertain world. The conference takes place over two days, featuring discussions and collaboration across five centrally located, culturally significant […]
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ICOM UK is seeking a new trustee with connections and a passion for museums and heritage in Northern Ireland, and working internationally, to join our Board as Trustee for Northern Ireland. This is a particularly exciting time to join the ICOM UK Board. We have a diverse, strong and experienced board with a great mix […]
This article was first published by The Exhibitions Group. The Exhibitions Group launches a major new research report revealing the critical role temporary and touring exhibitions play in the UK’s cultural sector – and the urgent need for stronger strategic planning, impact measurement and sector-wide collaboration to unlock their full potential. Commissioned by The Exhibitions Group […]
