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In practice

In practice Interpretation

Guide | Using play in interpretation

Play is often overlooked when planning interpretation, but it makes exhibitions more appealing

In practice Sustainability

Focus | Designing exhibitions for longevity not posterity

A lot can be done to reduce the impact of exhibitions on the environment

In practice Volunteers

Case study | The value of volunteers

Creating engaging projects that support mental health and add value to communities

In practice Conservation

Trendswatch | Photogrammetry and conservation

What role do 3D digital models play when it comes to conservation and preservation?

In practice Conservation

Focus | The climate crisis and conservation

The climate crisis is making it difficult to keep collections safe, given the costs of cooling and dehumidifying, says Jonathan Knott

In practice Conservation

Focus | The changing face of conservation

Off-site working and furloughing as a result of Covid have had a major impact on conservation work

In practice Conservation

Focus | Ethics and conservation practice

Conservators are increasingly engaging with the political dimensions of their work

In practice Conservation

Case study | Laser quest

The National Trust is developing new methods for cleaning decorative surfaces with a low-energy laser

In practice Conservation

The guide | Live conservation

Miranda Brain and Myles Mears on a revealing project to conserve a historic painting in full public view

In practice Learning and engagement

Sensory Journeys: creating digital storytelling sessions for children

South Shields Museum shares the aims and outcomes of this immersive digital project

In practice Exhibitions

Learning the ropes: redesigning the new Ropery Gallery at the Historic Dockyard Chatham

Telling the history of ropework can pose a knotty challenge

In practice Temporary exhibition

At the Sharp End: creating an exhibition on violent crime

A case study from the Royal Armouries and the West Yorkshire Violence Reduction Unit