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Trendswatch

Nicola Sullivan discovers what’s sparking neural connections across the sector

Museum of…

The Coffin Works, Birmingham

International opening

National Centre for Contemporary Art, Santiago, Chile

International opening: MusVerre, Sars-Poteries, France

Director Aude Cordonnier talks to Alice Durrans about glassmaking past and present, and the importance of reflecting its regional heritage

Museum of…

Louise Gray uncovers some of the surprising secrets of masonic history, from Churchill’s apron to a silver-plated bread roll

Trendswatch: interesting stuff

From dusty display case to modern museum, taxidermy is enjoying a renaissance, says Jonathan Knott

Upstairs downstairs

With red ropes and reverence consigned to the past, historic houses are seeking creative ways to tell the fascinating personal stories behind their grand facades, writes Deborah Mulhearn

Bridge building

Abigail Morris, the chief executive of the Jewish Museum in London, talks to Eleanor Mills about Brexit, blood and boosting numbers. Photography by Phil Sayer

On the ball

Museums dedicated to sport are punching above their weight – and drawing in diverse new audiences. Jonathan Knott discovers how

Museum of…

Louise Gray keeps her ears to the ground for the museum that comes to you

Trendswatch: get real

Virtual reality technology is making museum visits a thrilling experience, says Jonathan Knott

International opening: Estonian National Museum

Alice Durrans talks to director Tõnis Lukas about a venue that showcases the country’s history, including its struggle for freedom from the Soviet Union