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Proposed changes to human remains law could have ‘unintended consequences’

3 days ago | museumsassociation.org | Geraldine Kendall Adams

Archaeology sector bodies have called for cross-sector input to inform any potential changes to human remains law and policy in the UK. In a joint statement, eight archaeological organisations from across the UK said a “cross-sector consultative forum” should be established to enable a wide range of viewpoints to be heard on any proposed changes to human remains legislation and practice.
Plans underway to create spy museum in London’s Blitz tunnels

4 days ago | museumsassociation.org | Geraldine Kendall Adams

A new museum of military intelligence is to be created in a series of underground tunnels built to shelter Londoners during the Blitz. The Kingsway exchange tunnel complex, under High Holborn in the City of London, was constructed between 1940 and 1942 in order to protect people from aerial bombardment, but due to the changing nature of the war it was never used for its original purpose.
Use generative AI 'cautiously' in funding bids, ACE warns

4 days ago | museumsassociation.org | Geraldine Kendall Adams

Organisations applying for funding from Arts Council England (ACE) should use generative AI “cautiously”, the funding body has warned. The arts council published a statement this week outlining its position on the use of AI in writing funding bids and in processing, assessing and making decisions on applications.
Capital Jewish Museum says fatal shooting was 'act of horrific antisemitic violence'

2 weeks ago | museumsassociation.org | Geraldine Kendall Adams

The Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum in Washington DC has described an attack outside the institution in which two Israeli embassy staff members were fatally shot as an “act of horrific antisemitic violence”. The attack happened on 21 May during an evening event at the museum organised by the advocacy group American Jewish Committee.
Welsh Government outlines new Priorities for Culture

2 weeks ago | museumsassociation.org | Geraldine Kendall Adams |Amgueddfa Cymru

The Welsh Government has published its new Priorities for Culture, a strategic document outlining its vision for a resilient sector that brings people together and celebrates Wales as a “nation of culture”. Launched this week, the document outlines how the culture sector will support the government towards delivering the Well-being of Future Generations Act 2015, which includes the central goal of creating “a Wales of vibrant culture and thriving Welsh language”.
Museums join forces in trans inclusion partnership

2 weeks ago | museumsassociation.org | Rebecca Atkinson

The University of Leicester's Research Centre for Museums and Galleries (RCMG) has announced a partnership with museums, galleries and heritage organisations to advance trans inclusion in the culture sector. Supported by Art Fund, the partners will work with experts in trans-inclusion, equalities law and ethics to develop new guidance and practical resources for the UK’s culture sector that will be launched in 2026.
Guide | Creating a strong logo

2 weeks ago | museumsassociation.org | Matt White

A logo is more than just a design – it’s a powerful visual shorthand for your identity, history and values. Logos have existed in some form for centuries. Whether it’s showing allegiance with a flag on the battlefield or representing social statuswith a royal seal, a logo encapsulates who you are and what you stand for. Clarify your brand values before starting the logo design process. These define your identity and what you represent.
BM director rules out restitution as he outlines plans to foster collaboration

3 weeks ago | museumsassociation.org | Geraldine Kendall Adams

The director of the British Museum has ruled out any move towards allowing restitution from its collections as he focuses instead on fostering global collaboration. In an interview with The Times, Nicholas Cullinan said he had no plans to change the museum’s policy against permanently deaccessioning artefacts, which would require an act of parliament. “I could make lobbying to get the act changed my sole focus but that seems mad, and it may not be the right thing,” he told the newspaper.
Esmée Fairbairn Collections Fund project highly commended in M+H Awards

3 weeks ago | museumsassociation.org | Geraldine Kendall Adams

A project supported by the Museums Association’s Esmée Fairbairn Collections Fund has been highly commended in this year’s Museums + Heritage (M+H) Awards, which were announced at a ceremony in London on 15 May. Global Choices, Local Voices was a decolonisation programme led by National Museums NI, in partnership with the African and Caribbean Support Organisation Northern Ireland and Northern Ireland Museums Council.
Dan Snow to advise on creation of new Museum of the Prime Minister

3 weeks ago | museumsassociation.org | Geraldine Kendall Adams

Historian Dan Snow has joined the advisory council for the planned Museum of the Prime Minister. The initiative is being led by Anthony Seldon, the political biographer and historian of Downing Street, and Scottish entrepreneur Robert Kilgour. The pair have set up a registered charity to drive the plans forward. The mission of the charity is to establish a permanent museum “where visitors can explore the achievements, failures and decisions of British prime ministers”.