Opinion

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Specialism | Who uses archaeological collections?

Ben Donnelly-Symes on a new research project by the Society for Museum Archaeology

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Collaboration has forged Blackburn’s cultural identity

The town’s creative spirit didn’t stop when the cotton mills closed, says Rebecca Johnson

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Trump’s trade policies pose a problem for UK museums

Loans and touring exhibitions face new bureaucratic barriers, says Debbie Spence

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Auschwitz must inform our moral choices

Memorial site has to be an identity-shaping encounter. By Pawel Sawicki

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Exploring new funding models for the cultural sector

Fran Sanderson on how impact investing can support social outcomes and local regeneration

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Being welcoming and inclusive attracts donors

The National Gallery belongs to everyone, says Anh Nguyen

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Hobbies are a vehicle for self-expression

My exhibition is a space that works against hierarchies, says Hetain Patel

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Blackpool being built on laughs has been our blueprint for Showtown

We aimed to create a unique museum vibe, says Kerry Vasiliou

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The joy of museums

Let’s celebrate the joy that museums bring, says Sharon Heal

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Vox pop | What are you most looking forward to at the MA Conference?

From the joyful theme to the local cuisine, three commentators share what they're excited about ahead of this year's event

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In febrile times, social cohesion should be at the core of what we do

The real joy of museums is in bringing communities together around shared stories, says Nat Edwards

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Amid the noise of the culture wars, we must continue to share our work with pride

The media may be a hornet's nest but that shouldn't stop museums from shouting about their achievements, says Lizzie Dunford