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Young V&A wins European museum prize

Meanwhile nominations open for the European Museum of the Year Award 2027

Almost 530 museums have closed since 2000, study finds

Research project shows that first decade after opening is the most precarious for museums

Good vibrations: Terms of Bayeux Tapestry loan arrangement revealed

Government publishes full copy of agreement signed by Britain and France in July

National Gallery marks wartime collection move

Slate tablet commemorating storage of paintings in north Wales during World War Two goes on display in Trafalgar Square

Funding announced to help public collections go open access on copyright

Art UK launches major project to develop training and AI-assisted digital tools

Paisley Museum redevelopment costs rise by a further £4.5m

Construction issues and inflation have seen the project’s budget increase by £24m since 2019

Museums prepare for one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year

How cultural institutions are celebrating Christmas 2025 - don't miss out on the MA's special 20% discount on new memberships this weekend!

Budget 2025: ‘Far more ambitious action’ needed for culture sector

How museum and culture sector leaders have responded to this year’s budget

Whale Memorial unveiled by South Georgia Heritage Trust

Artwork installed on former whaling station, which is also home to a museum

Icom and Interpol launch initiative to combat cultural theft and trafficking

Museum community agrees to strengthen global action against heritage crime at triennial Icom conference

Youth heritage exchange between Barbados and Scotland wins inaugural Icom award

Shared Island Stories gets prize for sustainable development practice in museums

Science centres ‘undermined’ by a lack of government support

Association writes open letter calling for better recognition and funding