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The long-established VON (Voluntary Organisations Network) brings together volunteer-based museums in North East England (and potentially other interested museums from across the North). Volunteers are the backbone of many museums, with smaller museums especially often entirely or mainly volunteer run. Recognising the particular nature and challenges of volunteer-based museums, the group has a 90-minute meeting […]
The MDN Capital Development Network meetings are an opportunity for the museum sector in the North of England to share learning, get peer support, and hear from a variety of speakers across a range of topics around planning and delivering capital development projects. Each session will be held at a venue that has undergone capital development projects and focus […]
This session is for you if you are interested in: Exploring sector-specific resources and initiatives for effective climate communication with audiences and visitors Building team confidence to support staff and volunteers to communicate environmental responsibility Addressing key challenges and developing clear sustainability communications plans using tools designed for and by museums and cultural organisations Communicating sustainability in the face of climate crisis is both essential […]
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Brontë Parsonage Museum as Learning Officer. Young people and children are a key focus of the museum offer. A well-established learning programme has been awarded the Sandford Award by the Heritage Education Trust and is praised by teachers. There is high demand for school visits […]
The British Commercial Vehicle Museum are looking for a proactive, friendly and well-organised Education & Volunteer Coordinator to join their team. The primary focus of this role is to develop and grow the education programme and manage the team of volunteers. The successful candidate will also carry out general administration duties and support the day-to-day […]
Stricklandgate House Trust is seeking an experienced Evaluation Consultant to evaluate the Delivery Phase of Stricklandgate House 4 Sustainable Heritage, their major National Lottery Heritage Fund-supported redevelopment. They are looking for substantial monitoring and evaluation experience in heritage, community engagement and the third sector. Closing date – 6 October Find all information here