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Ten Creative Programme Ideas That Museums Can Offer Adults

Why should kids have all the fun? Museums have an incredible potential to not only educate adults, but also engage and entertain them. Through using...

Paws and Patrons: How Museums Can Welcome Pet Owners

What do Airbnb, Instagram, and your local museum have in common? Potentially, a growing audience of dog lovers who can’t bear to leave their furry...

Thrill-Seeking at the Museum: Embracing the ‘Bravecation’ Boom

Travel habits are changing, and many people want exciting, hands-on experiences wherever they go. Museums have long opened doors to different worlds, and there is...

From Loneliness to Belonging: 5 Trends are Hacking the Museum Experience

Museums face a world shaped by rapid technological advances, shifting social priorities, and a growing focus on well-being. These changes are opportunities for museums to...

Giving Youth a Voice in Your Museum: Setting Up a Children’s Board

Museums often take a one-way approach to education: professionals teach, and the public learns. But what if we flipped this script? Jose Antonio Gordillo Martorell,...

How a Natural History Museum Created a Pop-Up Experience in a Mall

The Swedish Museum of Natural History in Stockholm is a beloved institution, known for its extensive collections and educational exhibits that bring the wonders of...

How Kazerne Dossin Uses the Past to Address Present-Day Discrimination

Kazerne Dossin, located in Mechelen, Belgium, just 20 kilometres from Brussels, is more than a museum. It serves as a memorial, archive, and research centre,...

What Can Pokémon Go Mean for Museums

This article explores how organizations can leverage games like Pokémon Go to engage new audiences amid the decline in museum attendance. On a recent Saturday,...

How MultakaOxford is Bridging Cultures and Supporting Refugees

Museums have long been places of learning and cultural exchange. In recent years, they have also become vital spaces for community outreach and support, including...

The Casa Batlló Apprenticeship Programme

In the heart of Barcelona, Casa Batlló stands as a Gaudi masterpiece and a vibrant training ground for future heritage professionals. With its flowing lines,...

Revolutionising Museum Experiences Through Cookery Programmes

Imagine if a museum wasn’t just a place to explore exhibits but also a space to learn by cooking. This surprising twist awaits visitors at...

The Power of Collaborative Programming

MuseumNext headed to Singapore for an insightful chat with Shereen Tan, Senior Manager of Outreach and Education at the Malay Heritage Centre (MHC). Currently overseeing...

How a Historic Home Sparks Community Conversations

The Newark Museum of Art, located in the bustling heart of Newark, New Jersey, stands as a beacon of cultural richness and diversity. Under the...

Science Museum Collections Prompt New British Sign Language (BSL) Signs

An innovative Science Museum Group’s project has used its scientific collections to create new British Sign Language (BSL) signs, showcasing how creative research can advance...

What Role Do Visitor Teams Play in Achieving Museum Goals?

Museums exist to inspire, educate, and connect with audiences, striving to make a meaningful impact on visitors’ lives. But what if the key to achieving...

Building a Museum for the 21st Century in Real Time

Erin Dragotto, Vice President of Development & Operations for the Museum of Art + Light (MoA+L), shares her expertise on how museums can stay relevant in the...

Transformative Experience Through Storytelling

Culture plays a pivotal role in shaping a city’s identity, as UNESCO defines it as a crucial element in social progress. Developing culture is not...

Apprenticeships and expanding curatorial futures

It’s almost four years since a standard was approved for a Level 7 Curator apprenticeship in the UK, this means a group of industry professionals...

What are the innovations of museums?

In recent years, museums around the world have undergone a remarkable transformation. With technological advancements and a growing emphasis on accessibility and engagement, these cultural...

Go Big or Go Home: How Blockbuster Exhibitions Are Saving Museums

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… “Blockbuster” is no longer a term reserved for high-grossing movies or best-selling novels. Turns out, it can...

In conversation with: Esme Ward, Director of Manchester Museum

MuseumNext caught up with Manchester Museum Director, Esme Ward, to find out more about what museumgoers can expect from the hello future transformation project in...

How selfies are changing the way we interact with art

It’s hard to ignore the number of people who take selfies in museums. But should we see this fad as a new way of appreciating...

6 Things to consider when planning Pride events at your museum

Happy Pride from Belfast! The rainbow flag is flying all over City Centre and a week of queer-themed events has begun in the lead-up to...

Music and the museum – how can exhibits inspire musical creativity?

SHHH! Museums are often thought of as being quiet spaces, for contemplation and learning. But some museums are embracing the power of music to create...