Jemma Jarman, Author at ICOM UK

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 […]

Guide – Principles for sustainable exhibitions

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

This article was first published by the Museums Association. Elise Foster Vander Elst, ICOM UK’s Environmental Sustainability Lead and Committee Member (Head of Exhibitions and Environmental Impact Lead at the Design Museum), shares practical steps to reducing the impact of temporary exhibitions. Making an exhibition can be wasteful. Museums often use materials that are damaging […]

Call for Applications: ICOM Standing Committees

Posted on February 9, 2026 (February 9, 2026)

The International Council of Museums (ICOM) is pleased to announce that the Call for applications for the following Standing Committees is now open: These Committees play a crucial role in supporting ICOM’s governance and advancing professional standards within the global museum community. Membership provides a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise, engage with peers, and help shape ICOM’s policies and […]

English Heritage appoints Tony Hales CBE as its new Chair

Posted on February 9, 2026 (February 9, 2026)

This article was first published by English Heritage. English Heritage has appointed Tony Hales CBE as Chair of its Board of Trustees. Tony brings to the charity more than two decades of senior leadership experience across the heritage and culture sectors. He was Chair of British Waterways and the founding Chair of its successor charity, […]

Fragile to flourishing: museum operating models

Posted on February 9, 2026 (February 9, 2026)

This article was first published by the Association of Independent Museums (AIM). As we navigate an increasingly volatile and uncertain world, the traditional operating models that have long sustained our sector are becoming increasingly difficult to maintain. Fragile to Flourishing: Museum operating models in an uncertain world is a suite of resources commissioned by AIM […]

London Museum staff plan strike over pay

Posted on February 9, 2026 (February 9, 2026)

This article was first published by Museum + Heritage. Union members working for London Museum are to take strike action during half-term on Thursday 19 February in a dispute over pay. Prospect union said the action will cover all workplaces at the museum. Action short of a strike, including an overtime ban and the refusal […]

Objections raised to British Museum’s visitor pavilion and landscaping plans

Posted on February 9, 2026 (February 9, 2026)

This article was first published by the Museums Association. A number of conservation groups have formally objected to plans to introduce informal landscaping and two new visitor welcome pavilions in the forecourts of the British Museum. The Georgian Group, a conservation charity focused on preserving Georgian buildings, has warned the design proposals would “cause an […]

Ten years of the Cultural Protection Fund, yet the need is greater than ever

Posted on February 9, 2026 (February 9, 2026)

This article was first published by the British Council. Written by Stephanie Grant – Director Cultural Protection Fund, British Council After ten years of success, the British Council’s Cultural Protection Fund (CPF) has been extended to 2029. Here Stephanie Grant explains the work of the Fund and why it is important to everyone around the world. The Cultural […]

Author: Jemma Jarman

Posts by Jemma Jarman

Call For Papers – ICOM ICMAH Annual Conference 2026

Webinar – Trans-Inclusive Culture

Guide – Principles for sustainable exhibitions

Call for Applications: ICOM Standing Committees

English Heritage appoints Tony Hales CBE as its new Chair

Fragile to flourishing: museum operating models

London Museum staff plan strike over pay

Objections raised to British Museum’s visitor pavilion and landscaping plans

Ten years of the Cultural Protection Fund, yet the need is greater than ever