Simon Stephens

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Simon Stephens

Head of Publications and Events, Museums Association

London’s Geffrye Museum unveils new identity

Museum of the Home to reopen in summer 2020 after £18.1m revamp

Steve McQueen hopes Year 3 artwork will inspire schoolchildren across London

More than 76,000 Year 3 children from 1,504 primary schools took part 

Aberdeen opens revamped art gallery

The £34.6m redevelopment includes new displays and a temporary exhibition space

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Editorial | Remaining relevant is key to public support

No one wants to be irrelevant, and for museums it is vital not only to be seen as trusted institutions, but also as places that respond positively to people’s interests, passions and concerns. And over the past 20 years or so, as the sector has turned to face the public more squarely, there has been …

Art UK uncovers van Dyck masterpiece in Liverpool

Q&A with Marion Richards, the Art Detective Officer at Art UK

National Museum Wales to build on “cultural democracy” model

Organisation unveils plans in annual review

What does the future hold for rural museums?

Many museums are thriving despite the challenges they face

National Trust unveils dementia-friendly campaign

Organisation has joined forces with the Alzheimer’s Society

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The need to wield soft power responsibly

Editorial

Capital investment in Scotland gathers pace

Paisley and Perth to benefit from revamps of historic buildings, with Aberdeen Art Gallery to reopen next month

Artes Mundi reveals shortlist for contemporary art prize

Artists' work to be shown at National Museum Cardiff

Temple Newsam House in Leeds scoops top volunteering award

Winners recognised for work with the public