Simon Stephens
Simon Stephens
Head of Publications and Events, Museums Association
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
Museums can drive climate justice action
Sector is well placed to help people find their agency, says Saskia Randle
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
Research highlights challenges of attracting schools to museums
Art Explora foundation launches campaign to fund museum visits by 7-11 year old schoolchildren
