Jemma Jarman, Author at ICOM UK

New Aquarium displays bring Voyage to the Deep to life at the Horniman

Posted on February 25, 2026 (February 25, 2026)

This article was first published by London-tv. The Horniman’s latest family exhibition Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures has an added attraction – six new tanks of living sea creatures. From lionfish and lobsters to fluorescent corals and feather duster worms, there’s lots to see in the custom displays designed to resemble the portholes […]

Help shape future of Ramsgate Clock House maritime museum and cafe project at public drop-in events

Posted on February 25, 2026 (February 25, 2026)

This article was first published by The Isle of Thanet News. Two drop in sessions are being held for people to give their views council and help Thanet council to shape the future of Ramsgate’s maritime heritage. The refurbishment of the Ramsgate Clock House aims to transform the Grade II* Listed structure, creating a heritage […]

Printed matter | 125 years of Museums Journal

Posted on February 17, 2026 (February 17, 2026)

This article was first published by the Museums Association. The death of Queen Victoria on 22 January 1901 ended the reign of Britain’s longest-serving monarch, a period when the country had undergone massive industrial, political, scientific and social changes at home and the huge expansion of its empire overseas. The 20th century was to bring […]

National Gallery to make job cuts as it faces £8.2m deficit

Posted on February 17, 2026 (February 17, 2026)

This article was first published by blooloop. London’s National Gallery is set to make significant job cuts as it faces an £8.2 million deficit in the year ahead. Due to the deficit, which is a result of considerably increased running costs and stagnant income, the museum could also cut spending in areas including public programming. This could mean fewer […]

Southbank Centre listed at last!

Posted on February 17, 2026 (February 17, 2026)

This article was first published by the Twentieth Century Society. The 1960s Southbank Centre, which includes the Hayward Gallery, Purcell Room, Queen Elizabeth Hall and skatepark under-croft, has finally been Grade II listed (List Entry Number:1492622) by DCMS – the government Department for Culture Media and Sport. The visionary combination of performance spaces and art […]

Backlash Erupts After British Museum Removes ‘Palestine’ From Ancient Middle East Displays

Posted on February 17, 2026 (February 17, 2026)

This article was first published by artnet. The British Museum has altered its labeling of ancient Middle Eastern artifacts, removing references to “Palestine” after critics argued the term was being used inaccurately to describe civilizations that existed centuries before it was coined. […]

Items from Dame Vera Lynn’s personal archive to go on display at the Imperial War Museum

Posted on February 17, 2026 (February 17, 2026)

This article was first published by the Independent. The Imperial War Museum (IWM) has acquired WWII entertainer Dame Vera Lynn’s archive – and will display some of the precious items in its London exhibition space later this year. Dame Vera famously sang the 1939 track “We’ll Meet Again”, which became popular with servicemen and their loved ones, who […]

Call For Papers – ICOM ICMAH Annual Conference 2026

Posted on February 17, 2026 (February 17, 2026)

This article was first published by ICOM ICMAH- ICOM International Committee for Museums and Collections of Archaeology and History. The ICOM International Committee for Museums and Collections of Archaeology and History (ICMAH) invites submissions of abstracts for the ICOM ICMAH Annual Conference 2026 entitled: “Exploring the Depths – The Inspirational Journey of Maritime Archaeology” Preserving The […]

Webinar – Trans-Inclusive Culture

Posted on February 17, 2026 (February 17, 2026)

This article was first published by Research Centre for Museums and Galleries (RCMG). On Trans Day of Visibility 2026, join us for a celebration of trans-inclusive culture. This free online event brings together cultural leaders and experts in ethics, law and equity to explore the unique role and potential of culture, arts and heritage in […]

Author: Jemma Jarman

Posts by Jemma Jarman

New Aquarium displays bring Voyage to the Deep to life at the Horniman

Help shape future of Ramsgate Clock House maritime museum and cafe project at public drop-in events

Printed matter | 125 years of Museums Journal

National Gallery to make job cuts as it faces £8.2m deficit

Southbank Centre listed at last!

Backlash Erupts After British Museum Removes ‘Palestine’ From Ancient Middle East Displays

Items from Dame Vera Lynn’s personal archive to go on display at the Imperial War Museum

Call For Papers – ICOM ICMAH Annual Conference 2026

Webinar – Trans-Inclusive Culture