Analysis

Relentless upheaval for American museums under Trump

A series of presidential executive orders is threatening museums’ diversity, equality and inclusion work. Simon Stephens reports

Are the culture wars having an impact on repatriation?

Many institutions are now taking a more open-minded approach, but there is growing reticence towards the practice in some circles

How is Scotland’s museum strategy faring in uncertain times?

Despite increasing financial pressures on the sector, the strategy's adaptability has helped create a more stable environment

Should nationals charge entry for overseas tourists?

The idea of England’s national museums generating revenue by asking overseas visitors to pay an entry fee is proposed periodically. Simon Stephens looks at the pros and cons

Young people are co-designing their own spaces for creative learning

Involving under-18s in the museum-making process is taking the sector in a new direction. Beth Williamson reports

Artificial intelligence: weighing up the pros and cons

Many in the sector may be excited about AI’s potential for analysing data, but there is less enthusiasm for other applications such as generating original content. By Simon Stephens

Change is in the air for museums in England

The sector is awaiting the results of a raft of reviews and proposals that will have a huge impact on its future. By Geraldine Kendall Adams

Culture professionals ‘afraid to speak freely’

A new survey on censorship has raised questions about the limits on free speech in the arts

A blueprint for cultural education

The government’s upcoming Curriculum and Assessment Review is positive news. By Simon Stephens

Is a tourist tax the answer to the sector’s funding woes?

The idea is gaining momentum as a possible new funding source - but what difference would it make for museums?

How can the sector cope with the boom in metal detecting?

Better processes and investment are needed to ensure important discoveries are not lost

Cultural leaders worldwide need to turn up the heat on climate action

The LA wildfires underlined global heating’s increasing threat to cultural heritage, but the arts sector has a small voice in international discussions