Features
Street view
Graffiti has existed since ancient times but it is only recently that is has entered the mainstream. Rebecca Atkinson reports on its role in museums
International opening: Historic Dockyard Museum, Stanley, Falkland Islands
The Falkland Islands are best known for the 1982 conflict with Argentina but a new museum shows there is much more to the country. By Simon Stephens
Trendswatch: Work in progress
Geraldine Kendall on how museums are bucking the traditional exhibition format to create shows that evolve over time
International opening: Musée d’ethnographie de Genève, Switzerland
Geneva's ethnographic museum now has more space for exhibitions and events. By Geraldine Kendall
Trendswatch: Movie magic
Geraldine Kendall on how a growing number of museums are staging temporary exhibitions to tie in with major film releases
Great expectations
Simon Wallis wants to ensure that the Hepworth Wakefield reaches as many audiences as possible. By Simon Stephens
The trustees
The work of trustees – those friends in high places charged with ensuring everything is above board in charitable institutions – has assumed a new importance in recent years as a greater emphasis is placed on museums being run more effectively and efficiently. “The word on the street used to be ‘management’ but, in the …
The Museum of… Wheal Martyn
This Scheduled Ancient Monument on the St Austell river celebrates the history and legacy of Cornwall's china clay industry. By Louise Gray
Escape to the country
At one time, rural life museums were accused of being too introspective, but many are finding innovative ways to tackle contemporary issues, says Geraldine Kendall