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That's all from us for 2023! โœ…

Our office is now closed for a festive break, and we'll be back online on Wednesday 3 January 2024.

Take care, and merry Christmas and a happy new year to all our colleagues and friends in the museum sector ๐ŸŽ„

That's all from us for 2023! โœ… Our office is now closed for a festive break, and we'll be back online on Wednesday 3 January 2024. Take care, and merry Christmas and a happy new year to all our colleagues and friends in the museum sector ๐ŸŽ„
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New speaker confirmed for new approaches to volunteering event on 24 January ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ

Amy McGarvey from the NCVO leads on research into volunteering among the global majority โ€“ book now or apply for a free inclusive place ๐Ÿ‘‰ ow.ly/2pax50QkFm6

New speaker confirmed for new approaches to volunteering event on 24 January ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Amy McGarvey from the @NCVO leads on research into volunteering among the global majority โ€“ book now or apply for a free inclusive place ๐Ÿ‘‰ ow.ly/2pax50QkFm6 #MuseumVolunteers
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News | Upward trend in museum visitor figures across UK

Latest data suggests museums are gradually regaining pre-pandemic levels of footfall.

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News | Upward trend in museum visitor figures across UK Latest data suggests museums are gradually regaining pre-pandemic levels of footfall. Read: ow.ly/yKx350QkLIh
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How should the Code of Ethics for Museums represent workforce and governance? ๐Ÿ‘ฅ

We want to hear from you as we undertake a review of the code, so join us for our final free online consultation event on 17 January 2024 to share your thoughts ๐Ÿ‘‰ ow.ly/49Ay50QkElq

How should the Code of Ethics for Museums represent workforce and governance? ๐Ÿ‘ฅ We want to hear from you as we undertake a review of the code, so join us for our final free online consultation event on 17 January 2024 to share your thoughts ๐Ÿ‘‰ ow.ly/49Ay50QkElq #MAEthics
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News | Deputy chair quit ahead of British Museum's announcement of ยฃ50m BP deal

Board minutes show 'strong personal disagreement' among trustees and concern over security risks

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News | Deputy chair quit ahead of British Museum's announcement of ยฃ50m BP deal Board minutes show 'strong personal disagreement' among trustees and concern over security risks ow.ly/IXwS50QkBIa
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News | Four artists commissioned to create new work in response to Holocaust testimony

Holocaust Centre North hopes the scheme will help memorialise survivors as first-hand accounts diminish.

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News | Four artists commissioned to create new work in response to Holocaust testimony Holocaust Centre North hopes the scheme will help memorialise survivors as first-hand accounts diminish. Read: ow.ly/7jsc50QkyQY
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News | Museums on alert following British Library cyber attack

Sector urged to tighten security after criminal hack left library severely incapacitated.

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News | Museums on alert following British Library cyber attack Sector urged to tighten security after criminal hack left library severely incapacitated. Read: ow.ly/WXGw50QkyIf
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News | Heritage professionals respond to 'woke archaeology' claims

Museum of London research on plague victim ethnicity has faced criticism in parliament.

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News | Heritage professionals respond to 'woke archaeology' claims Museum of London research on plague victim ethnicity has faced criticism in parliament. Read: museumsassociation.org/museums-journaโ€ฆ
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Do check out our Museums Association one-day conference on exhibition design on 7 Feb 2024. Wellcome Collection such a good venue for this with its history of innovation and experimentation in interpretation and display museumsassociation.org/events/show-tiโ€ฆ

Do check out our @MuseumsAssoc one-day conference on exhibition design on 7 Feb 2024. @ExploreWellcome such a good venue for this with its history of innovation and experimentation in interpretation and display museumsassociation.org/events/show-tiโ€ฆ
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News | Jewish Museum London awarded ยฃ231,000 to develop new business model โ€“ the lottery grant will support loans and education outreach as the museum searches for a new home

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News | @JewishMuseumLDN awarded ยฃ231,000 to develop new business model โ€“ the lottery grant will support loans and education outreach as the museum searches for a new home Read: ow.ly/GorQ50QiNwn
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News | Nottingham museum service under review as council warns it canโ€™t balance books โ€“ conservation resources will be cut and an alternative delivery model considered

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News | Nottingham museum service under review as council warns it canโ€™t balance books โ€“ conservation resources will be cut and an alternative delivery model considered Read: ow.ly/tSjl50QiLWQ @MyNottingham
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๐Ÿ“„ Review | Artes Mundi, various venues

Simon Stephens visits galleries across Wales to gauge the success of this biennial international arts prize and exhibition.

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๐Ÿ“„ Review | @ArtesMundi, various venues @SimonAStephens visits galleries across Wales to gauge the success of this biennial international arts prize and exhibition. Read: ow.ly/Rnn650QiFxv
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News | Campaign launched to create Museum of the Prime Minister โ€“ institution will conserve the history of the UK premiership and promote democracy

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News | Campaign launched to create Museum of the Prime Minister โ€“ institution will conserve the history of the UK premiership and promote democracy Read: ow.ly/rTJ450QiFht
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News | Birminghamโ€™s Gas Hall to reopen for pre-Raphaelite exhibition โ€“ Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery will welcome visitors back next year with blockbuster show

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News | Birminghamโ€™s Gas Hall to reopen for pre-Raphaelite exhibition โ€“ @BM_AG will welcome visitors back next year with blockbuster show Read: ow.ly/9quy50Qipfw
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News | Stonehenge protesters in second high court bid โ€“ campaign group is seeking a judicial review of decision to greenlight ยฃ1.7bn tunnel scheme

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News | Stonehenge protesters in second high court bid โ€“ campaign group is seeking a judicial review of decision to greenlight ยฃ1.7bn tunnel scheme Read: ow.ly/AKp250Qip61
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๐Ÿ“ข Calling all MA members in Scotland!

Join us in person at V&A Dundee or online on 6 March for Members Together: Scotland ๐Ÿค

You'll learn more about what we're up to at the MA and have the chance to network with your sector colleagues ๐Ÿ‘‰ ow.ly/jMp850QilWH

๐Ÿ“ข Calling all MA members in Scotland! Join us in person at V&A Dundee or online on 6 March for Members Together: Scotland ๐Ÿค You'll learn more about what we're up to at the MA and have the chance to network with your sector colleagues ๐Ÿ‘‰ ow.ly/jMp850QilWH #MAScotland
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My term on the Museums Association board ends in March. โ˜น๏ธ

It's essential that the board reflects the widest possible range of perspectives. If you feel you'll bring something that isn't already there, then please consider standing.

I'm happy to speak with anyone considering it. ๐Ÿค™

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News in brief | Latest funding, projects, moves and more, including:

๐Ÿ’ธ New guidance on low-cost acquisition
๐Ÿ›๏ธ The Tetley prepares to leave building
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Admission charging research
๐Ÿฐ Norwich Castle Keep to become immersive digital experience

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News in brief | Latest funding, projects, moves and more, including: ๐Ÿ’ธ New guidance on low-cost acquisition ๐Ÿ›๏ธ @The_Tetley prepares to leave building ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Admission charging research ๐Ÿฐ @NorwichCastle Keep to become immersive digital experience More: ow.ly/hmL150QhYGN
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News | Review urges tighter security and documentation at British Museum โ€“ stolen objects were allegedly sold on eBay for as little as ยฃ50

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News | Review urges tighter security and documentation at @britishmuseum โ€“ stolen objects were allegedly sold on eBay for as little as ยฃ50 Read: ow.ly/m9X650QhXFP
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