Jemma Jarman, Author at ICOM UK

New species of dinosaur with ‘eye-catching sail’ discovered on Isle of Wight

Posted on August 25, 2025 (August 26, 2025)

This article was first published by The Guardian. Scientists have discovered a new species of dinosaur with an “eye-catching sail” along its back and tail that may have been used to attract mates. The iguanodontian dinosaur, whose fossils were found on the Isle of Wight, was identified by Dr Jeremy Lockwood, a PhD student at […]

Deadline this Friday – Apply for an ICOM UK Core Bursary!

Posted on August 25, 2025 (September 1, 2025)

The Core Bursary Scheme is for applications of up to £1,250 towards the costs of international activity. These bursaries are designed to support applicants to take part in international activity that aligns with ICOM UK’s strategic objectives. Deadline for Core Bursary applications is Friday 29 August 2025. Deadline for Core Bursary applications is Friday 29 […]

Our Guide to Ukraine announced on ICOM Latvia website

Posted on August 18, 2025 (August 18, 2025)

Our new guide, Supporting Decolonisation in Museums: Focus on Ukraine, has been announced on ICOM Latvia’s website. The guide is the result of an international partnership project, initiated by the Ukrainian Institute and developed in collaboration with ICOM UK, ICOM Ukraine and the Museums Association, supported by the British Council. It can be downloaded from the […]

British Library- Libraries and positive Climate Action: inform to transform

Posted on August 18, 2025 (August 20, 2025)

The British Library is hosting a series of webinars focused on libraries and the climate crisis. The aim of the series is to bring together international library leaders to share their different responses to the climate emergency. The next session in this series is on October 30th and will focus on global examples of how […]

Everything You Need to Know About the Bayeux Tapestry

Posted on August 18, 2025 (August 19, 2025)

This article was first published by artnet. The Bayeux Tapestry is a monumental, 230-foot-long embroidery that tells the story of the Norman Conquest of 1066. Yet, despite its chronicling of a millennium-old drama, it has had no problem making headlines in the 21st century. In June, British prime minster Keir Starmer and French president Emmanuel […]

Trump administration to review 19 Smithsonian museums to ensure exhibits are ‘patriotic’

Posted on August 18, 2025 (August 18, 2025)

This article was first published by The Guardian. White House letter orders review as part of a broader push to assert oversight over cultural institutions. The Trump administration is evidently extending its control of cultural representation at the Smithsonian, the world’s largest museum and research complex. In a letter posted on the White House website, the administration […]

ICOM UK Digital Comms Strategist

Posted on August 11, 2025 (August 20, 2025)

The International Council of Museums UK (ICOM UK) is seeking an experienced Digital Communications Strategist to support the organisation as it grows its audience focus, brand, and digital communications across all channels and platforms. Submissions should be returned by email to info@icomuk.org by 9am on Tuesday 26 August 2025. To request ICOM UK’s Background Digital […]

Longlist for the ICOM Award for Sustainable Development Practice in Museums

Posted on August 11, 2025 (August 11, 2025)

ICOM has announced their longlist for the Award for Sustainable Development Practice in Museums – the first global award that recognises innovative initiatives and exemplary practices that contribute meaningfully to sustainable development within the museum sector. Out of 130 projects from 60 countries around the world, we are delighted that two UK museums are on the […]

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