Simon Stephens

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Simon Stephens

Head of Publications and Events, Museums Association

IWM plans second world war exhibitions at Duxford site

Funding also confirmed for new visitor experience at SS Great Britain

Seeking sanctuary | Poland Museum of Modern Art, Warsaw

This contemporary art museum, founded 20 years ago, now has a permanent home. By Simon Stephens

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

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

Spending review reveals cut to DCMS budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves presented government funding plans to parliament on 11 June

Firm foundations | Liverpool Biennial

The theme of Bedrock has helped to ground the Liverpool Biennial in the city, writes Simon Stephens

Gen Z put off visiting historic houses by transport challenges and cost

But young people value heritage sites as places to unplug from technology, according to report

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Museums can drive climate justice action

Sector is well placed to help people find their agency, says Saskia Randle

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Museum staff’s emotional wellbeing is not a side issue

The emotional complexities of roles aren’t recognised, say Jennie Morgan and Anna Woodham

National Trust calls for more investment in historic environment

Demand follows research that shows how public value their local heritage

Visitor numbers below pre-pandemic levels, shows new report

Figures come from five year trends in Arts Council England’s Annual Museum Survey

Manchester Museum named European Museum of the Year

Ceremony held in the Polish city of Białystok where five other awards were announced