What's in the current Museums Journal...
May 2009,
Features
Identity crisis
Identity is central to the work of museums, but it's also a complex subject that is difficult to keep pace with. By Simon Stephens...
'...'The first task is redefining the nation, reimagining 'Britishness' or 'Englishness' itself in a more profoundly inclusive manner.'...'
It's good to talk
From their original status as glorified gallery assistants, explainers have become a vital part of how museums communicate science to visitors. By John Holt...
'...'The joke goes: 'How do you recognise an extrovert mathematician? He stares at your shoes while talking to you'...'
Brief encounter
Last month, Museums Journal brought together seven experts to debate the future of temporary exhibitions. The first of two articles explores what makes a great show and why we put them on...
'...'It's a slightly old-fashioned idea that you can take something that's marvellous and put it in a space and think that's sufficient'...'
News
Two-thirds of jobs 'pay too little'
Museums seek funds for pre-Olympics extensions
Staff in Wales, Truro and Bristol face redundancy
Reviews
Down House, Kent
Ancient Egypt, World Museum Liverpool
The Garden Museum, London
Comment
National-regional partnerships don't have to be one-way traffic
The insider: why bigger is not always better
The internet is not just a dumping ground for content
Also in this month's edition of Museums Journal magazine
Jobs, People, Courses, Letters, The List, Best in show
The month that was...
Museums Journal April 2009
Identity crisis
Identity is central to the work of museums, but it's also a complex subject that is difficult to keep pace with. By Simon Stephens...
'...'The first task is redefining the nation, reimagining 'Britishness' or 'Englishness' itself in a more profoundly inclusive manner.'...'
It's good to talk
From their original status as glorified gallery assistants, explainers have become a vital part of how museums communicate science to visitors. By John Holt...
'...'The joke goes: 'How do you recognise an extrovert mathematician? He stares at your shoes while talking to you'...'
Brief encounter
Last month, Museums Journal brought together seven experts to debate the future of temporary exhibitions. The first of two articles explores what makes a great show and why we put them on...
'...'It's a slightly old-fashioned idea that you can take something that's marvellous and put it in a space and think that's sufficient'...'
News
Two-thirds of jobs 'pay too little'
Museums seek funds for pre-Olympics extensions
Staff in Wales, Truro and Bristol face redundancy
Reviews
Down House, Kent
Ancient Egypt, World Museum Liverpool
The Garden Museum, London
Comment
National-regional partnerships don't have to be one-way traffic
The insider: why bigger is not always better
The internet is not just a dumping ground for content
Also in this month's edition of Museums Journal magazine
Jobs, People, Courses, Letters, The List, Best in show
The month that was...
Museums Journal April 2009
