Enter the surreal world of Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art at V&A South Kensington.
Featuring over 200 objects - including couture garments, accessories, jewellery, paintings, photographs and perfumes
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Architects announced for National Gallery’s new modern art wing.
Kengo Kuma and Associates with BDP and MICA appointed following an international competition.

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Registration is now open for Saving Cultural Heritage from Ruin: Art and Artifact Recovery after a Disaster, this October 10-12, 2026 at Historic Eastfield Village in East Nassau, NY.
A three day, hands-on workshop
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Historic England free webinar 'Carbon reduction for a heritage development trust: progress not perfection'.
Laura Dunham, Heritage Lincolnshire.
Thursday 23 April 2026, 13:00 - 14:00.
Free to attend, sign up
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Stewardship Manager Join the Williams College Museum of Art (WCMA) at a pivotal moment! We are seeking a Stewardship Manager who is excited about exploring every aspect of the museum’s programs and identifying connection points with donors, prospects, and alumni. You will be essential to maintaining key databases, planning events, and creating communication materials for the opening of our new, purpose-built facility, and ensuring the long-term vision of the museum is fully supported. Under the leadership of the Museum Director and working closely with museum colleagues, the Stewardship Manager is key to telling the story of the next phase of the Williams College Museum of Art to its many stakeholders. In collaboration with college staff in the Grants Office, Alumni Engagement and Development, this position will maintain databases and research and write proposals, reports, and additional materials related to opening events and ongoing new building endeavors to be shared with existing and prospective museum supporters. The Stewardship Manager will serve as point person for the WCMA pARTners, a group of alumni and friends who support the museum, and work collaboratively with museum staff to produce related communication materials and programming for the group. The ideal candidate possesses effective communication skills and the proven ability to produce a wide variety of written materials under deadline and initiate positive in-person interactions with organizational stakeholders. Onboarded during the final construction phase for the first purpose-built museum for Williams College, the Stewardship Manager will be passionate about exploring every aspect of the museum and its programs and identifying connection points with donors, prospects, grantors, and alumni. Williams is deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. The successful candidate will work effectively and respectfully with faculty, staff, students, and vendors from a variety of diverse backgrounds in a collaborative setting. Responsibilities: Identification and Tracking of WCMA Prospects, Donors, and Grantors Work with Museum Director and college development staff to expand and communicate with the community of WCMA supporters. Work closely with WCMA staff, college development and alumni engagement staff, and others to develop and support WCMA engagement with Williams alumni and fundraising efforts Serve as primary WCMA point person for the college’s Slate database, retrieving needed information and entering reports of communication with donors, prospects, alumni, and grantors. Working in close communication with the Museum Director and Deputy Director, communicate regularly with gift officers regarding gifts of art offers and acquisitions and maintain ongoing records. Stewardship of WCMA Donors and Grantors and Cultivation of Prospects With the Deputy Director and Building Manager, facilitate the production and installation of new donor recognition signage. In partnership with the Manager of Museum Experiences and Events and WCMA content leads, collaborate with development office colleagues to develop and execute WCMA-focused regional events, develop and implement strategy for ongoing stewardship communications and program invitation lists, manage WCMA specific acquisition approval and gift acknowledgment processes. Working closely with the Museum Director and Director of Finance and Operations, track all WCMA restricted endowments and contribute to purposeful planning for use of funds and robust stewardship; Coordinate with advancement operations staff on annual solicitation and stewardship for alumni fund donors to WCMA. Communication Materials and Grant Writing/Reporting Compile content and collaborate with museum communication staff to write and publish the museum’s annual report and annual reports for specific programs. Manage all grant research, writing and reporting, working closely with WCMA staff and college grants office staff . Suggest and respond to requests from the Museum Director and college alumni engagement and development staff to create presentation materials for use during interactions with donors and donor prospects, work with Museum Director and donor relations staff to generate the annual director’s letter, endowed accession reports, and stewardship report spreadsheet. Coordinate the design and production of invitations, reports, and other materials. Research, write, and produce material related to opening events and ongoing new building endeavors to highlight alumni stories, WCMA history, and other institutional history. WCMA pARTners Program and Advisory Group Serve as the point person for and manage pARTners mailing list, benefits, programs, and communications. Work with the museum director to coordinate communications, support materials, and meetings of WCMA Advisory Group. Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and a minimum of at least 2 of work experience, or a MA Degree or equivalent and a minimum of at least 1 year experience is required Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills and experience preparing professional written correspondence and presentation materials Excellent time management, project management, organizational, and interpersonal skills Ability to handle complaints, conflicts, or difficult situations calmly and diplomatically to resolve issues Ability to work periodic evening and weekend events Preferred: Experience working in art museums, enthusiastic about mission-driven arts and education institutions This position requires fully in-person work. Remote work arrangements will not be available at this time. To Apply: Application review will begin May 4, 2026. The pay range for this position is from $67,000-$77,000 commensurate with experience. A cover letter is required in order for your application to be considered. In your letter, please address your interest in this position and the strengths you would bring to Williams College Museum of Art in this role. Applicants should highlight relevant experience with event management in coordination with many stakeholder groups. You are encouraged to include information in regard to meeting the preferred qualifications outlined above. Please attach your cover letter as a separate document in your application. About the Williams Community Williams College has been around for more than 200 years, yet we’re constantly evolving and growing. As a liberal arts college, Williams has always taught fundamental problem-solving skills that students can use well beyond their four years here. We also recognize that facing complex issues within our history and culture is necessary for sustaining an equitable, just and environmentally responsible community. We strive to create an inclusive culture in which every voice is heard. The college is committed to ensuring that everyone is able to find their place and thrive, no matter who you are, where you come from or what role you fulfill when you get here. Williams invests in our employees, offering generous health care, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, paid leave, access to gym facilities, discounts with local vendors, retirement plans and more. Our vibrant 450-acre campus is home to around 2,000 students who benefit from a 6:1 student-faculty ratio, and their energy is the heartbeat of an active population. Many people come to Williams for the job and stay for decades because of the lively environment and warm neighbors. You’re more than a person doing a job; you are joining our community. Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at hr@williams.edu. Instructions for Applicants The mission of Williams College, “to provide the highest quality liberal arts education,” is advanced by the rich variety of backgrounds and experiences that faculty, staff, and students bring to the work that we do together. The college is committed to building and sustaining a learning and working environment where members from all backgrounds can learn, live, and thrive. We are deeply committed to our employees, providing tuition assistance, excellent benefits, and a warm and welcoming professional environment. We are looking for candidates who share our values in prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and sustainability. Located in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, Williams offers a rich academic environment in a beautiful setting. The Berkshires—known as a cultural corridor—are a great place to live, work, and play. With natural beauty, rich history, and top-notch schools, there Berkshires hosts an array of recreational opportunities from world-class museums to hiking trails. The New York Capital Region, Albany International Airport, and Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Train Station are just an hour away, and Boston and New York City are within a three-hour drive. The college's vibrant 450-acre campus is home to approximately 2,000 students who bring vibrancy to picturesque Williamstown. Many people relocate here for their job at Williams but stay for the community connections that they build. We hope you’ll take some time to explore the resources here and get to know more about our community–the one here on campus as well as the broader communities of Williamstown and the Berkshires.

⭐ JOB POSTING⭐
Williams College Museum of Art (WCMA).
They are seeking a Stewardship Manager who is excited about exploring every aspect of the museum’s programs & identifying connection points with donors, prospects & alumni.
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Art Exhibit Technician The Division of Academic & Student Affairs (DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State through three integrated components: academic affairs, student affairs, and University College.NC State wants employees to achieve their highest potential at work, learn more about our employee value proposition here (You Belong Here). The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for values-driven faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student.NC State University’s Gregg Museum of Art & Design collects, interprets and exhibits exemplary hand and machine-made objects to foster learning and understanding of the cultures of North Carolina and the world. Comparable to university libraries, its collections, exhibitions and programs primarily support NC State's curricula and educational mission, while also providing a resource for the general public, as befits the university’s land-grant status. The museum is a dynamic educational institution within the university, offering exhibitions, publications, classes, symposia, film screenings, lectures, tours, workshops, festivals, performances, artist residencies, and direct encounters with art and artifacts via its extensive collections.Primary Purpose of Position:The Art Exhibit Technician at the Gregg Museum is responsible for planning, coordinating, designing, and implementing exhibition installations in the Museum’s interior galleries and outdoor areas, as well as for art activations across the NC State campus. The position also serves as the main facility liaison for the building and grounds, and assists with the care of the Gregg’s collection.Exhibitions: 65%Reporting to the Associate Director, the Art Exhibit Technician plays a key role on the Arts Management team and collaborates closely with the Museum Director to advance curatorial direction. This involves planning, designing, constructing, installing, and de-installing approximately 5-7 exhibitions per year, as well as artist-made installations or site-specific works each semester. The Art Exhibit Technician supports aspects such as space allocations, floor plans, technical drawings, color schemes, graphics, scale models, corresponding layouts, wall text and labels, and various detailed production instructions.During the production phase, the Art Exhibit Technician determines the specific materials and equipment needed, provides the Associate Director with pricing and sourcing data for projects, and establishes construction schedules. They also integrate the proposed artworks and objects into the overall exhibit concept.The Art Exhibit Technician regularly collaborates with the Arts Management team and the exhibitions planning team to provide technical advice on coordinating installation and de-installation schedules, contributing to task coordination, and ensuring adherence to design and construction standards. This work may include reviewing designs submitted by contracted designers, working closely with artists and guest curators, and overseeing technical support staff, student interns, temporary workers, and volunteers.Facility Coordination 15%:The Art Exhibit Technician undertakes other related duties to maintain and preserve the Museum’s facility, grounds, woodshop, and collections storage as needed. They handle small repairs and, where appropriate, mitigate facility issues. For other needs, they submit work order tickets for necessary facility maintenance and repair, coordinate facility technician and contractor access to the spaces, and schedule facility work to coordinate with museum events and needs.Collections Support: 15%:The Art Exhibit Technician supports the care of the collection by handling, packaging, framing, and securely storing valuable artworks, as well as occasionally documenting the Gregg Museum’s collection through photography. They also assist with upkeep of the Gregg’s offsite facilities and art transportation vehicles, including 2 vans, a scissor lift and a forklift. They work with other Art Management team members on larger, short-term, collections-focused projects as needed, and they serve on the Museum’s Collections Committee.Admin/event assistance 5%:The Art Exhibit Technician contributes to and participates in cross-departmental planning, team meetings and activities both with the Gregg Museum, Arts NC State, and the Division of Academic and Student Affairs. They complete necessary training, for example, ladder safety and elevated platform use, in a timely manner and ensure the museum’s safety standards and documentation are up to date. They assist with larger event setup, the movement of specialized equipment, AV equipment setup, and the construction of custom items, if needed.

⭐ JOB POSTING⭐
The Gregg Museum of Art & Design at NC State University in Raleigh, NC is hiring an Art Exhibit Technician. This position will be responsible for planning, coordinating, designing, and implementing exhibition installations
jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/229...
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Museum display found to be entirely new species after 26 years: 'Difficult to decipher'.
A famous 300-million-year-old fossil, believed to be the remains of the oldest-known octopus, was revealed overnight to be an entirely different animal.
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Insuring Art on the Move: Shipping, Loans & Traveling Exhibitions. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Art doesn’t stay put and neither do the risks. Whether you’re sending a painting across town for framing, organizing a traveling exhibition, or lending works to another institution, every move introduces potential exposure for damage, theft, or loss. Join Artwork Archive and Adrienne Reid of Huntington T. Block for a practical session on how to protect your collection whenever it’s on the move. We’ll demystify insurance jargon, walk through real-world scenarios, and highlight what collectors, galleries, and institutions often overlook when shipping or installing artwork. You’ll learn: - The key insurance policies and terms you need to understand for art in transit - Best practices for shipping, packing, and handling to reduce risk - How coverage differs for loans, consignments, and traveling exhibitions - What to confirm with carriers, lenders, and venues before artwork leaves your space - How clear documentation, condition reporting, and inventory systems like Artwork Archive support successful claims Whether you manage a private collection, run a gallery, or oversee an institutional collection, you’ll leave with concrete steps to tighten your risk management and gain peace of mind when your art is on the move. THIS WEBINAR WILL BE RECORDED AND SHARED AFTER THE EVENT. Artwork Archive is an online art collection management system used by artists, collectors, and collecting institutions in over 130 countries around the world. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3qH39YY

[LIVE WEBINAR] Insuring Art on the Move: Shipping, Loans & Traveling Exhibitions

Is your collection protected during risky moves?

On Thursday, April 30, a practical session on how to protect your collection whenever it’s on the move.

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Explore the AI Future at AAM2026 What goes on in the brain of a futurist when you say “artificial intelligence?” Join me for TrendsWatching: To Live or Die in AI, on Thursday, May 21, at 8:30 a.m. in Room 115 B at the …

What goes on in the brain of a futurist when you say “artificial intelligence?”

Join Elizabeth Merritt for TrendsWatching: To Live or Die in AI, on Thursday, May 21, at 8:30 a.m. in Room 115 B at the AAM Annual Meeting
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⭐ JOB POSTING⭐
Art Handler
Raclin Murphy Museum of Art at Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN, USA.
The Raclin Murphy Museum of Art seeks someone who cares for and appreciates art and artifacts to fill the position of Art Handler.
$22–$26 an hour 👇
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Critical Heritage and Social Justice Critical Heritage and Social Justice brings together insights and experiences of scholars and practitioners working across heritage, museums, galleries, and cultural institutions to explore how principles of social justice can be embedded within these spaces. Bridging theoretical frameworks with practical applications, it presents a range of case studies and critical reflections that illuminate pathways toward […]

UCL Press announces the publication of a new open access book that may be of interest to list subscribers: Critical #Heritage and Social Justice Redistribution, recognition and representation in context.

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Older Than Stonehenge—This Scottish Wonder Is Ready for the Spotlight.
A new visitor center and museum are opening at the Calanais Standing Stones on Scotland’s Isle of Lewis, making a visit to these 5,000-year-old stone structures much more enticing.
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Museum acquisitions round-up: Andy Warhol in an apron, a solid-silver relief and Christo's luggage rack.
Our pick of the latest gifts and purchases to enter institutional collections worldwide.
www.theartnewspaper.com/2026/04/07/m... #globalmuseum #museums

Ecology: Museum collections record overharvesting impacts on a collapsing plant resource Using genomic data from tubers in museum collections and from modern markets, a new study reconstructs nearly two centuries of salep orchid harvesting…

#Ecology: Museum collections record overharvesting impacts on a collapsing plant resource.
Using genomic data from tubers in museum collections and from modern markets, a new study reconstructs nearly two centuries of salep orchid harvesting
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You’re Invited: Symposium on Ethical Stewardship in Museums
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Martin House
April 29 | 8am-3:30pm
A dynamic day of panels and discussion in conjunction with our new exhibition, Collecting Ourselves.
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Traditional Japanese three-toothed geta (wooden sandals) worn by Tayū—the highest-ranking Oiran—both elevated their status and kept their long, elaborate kimonos from touching the ground.
@sciencegirl
📹 Madoka Niwata #globalmuseum #Japan

⏰ Clocks & Watches.
Unique designs Vintage & Modern Great Gifts For The Home in the Global Museum Store
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This 19th-century gold keepsake ring contains a secret compartment that once contained hair.
Hairwork was worn both in commemoration of the dead and as a keepsake between lovers, friends or family.
The eye at the front watched over and looked after the wearer
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Moon Joy: Photos From Artemis II.
Orion spacecraft, Integrity, swung around the far side of the moon, traveling farther from the Earth than any humans had ever gone before, and taking some spectacular photographs along the way.

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This object is an incense burner. Where does the smoke come out? Through the wings. The body comes apart, incense is placed inside, and the smoke rises from the praying mantis's back.
Product of a tradition called Jizai Okimono. In Japanese, 'jizai' means 'moving at will.'
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This painting is known as the Prado Mona Lisa, a near identical version of the famous Mona Lisa. It was created in early 16th Century by a student working in the workshop of Leonardo da Vinci, likely alongside the master himself.
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*Temporary Preparator for Art & Art History Dept. Reporting to the Director of the Doris Ulmann Galleries, this temporary, two-month grant-funded position will directly support the physical and logistical aspects of upcoming exhibitions at the Colleg...

⭐ Preparator⭐
The Doris Ulmann Galleries at Berea College.
The Doris Ulmann Galleries at Berea College in Berea, KY, is seeking to fill a full-time, temporary Preparator position for the Summer 2026 term.
Applications until April 27, 2026.
www.schooljobs.com/careers/bere...
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Executive Director, Museums of Science and History, Memphis The Executive Director will serve as the chief executive and primary ambassador of MoSH, advancing its mission, strategic goals, and community impact.

⭐ JOB POSTING⭐
Memphis Museums of Science & History, Executive Director.
To lead & manage: Pink Palace Museum, Lichterman Nature Center, Coon Creek Science Center, & Mallory-Neely & Magevney historical homes.
Salary: $175,000 - $210,000 per annum.
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Relief as government closes loophole that would allow visitors to ‘abuse’ membership schemes - Museums Association Sector welcomes news that charitable memberships excluded from subscription crackdown

Relief as government closes loophole that would allow visitors to ‘abuse’ membership schemes.
The UK museum sector welcomes news that charitable memberships excluded from subscription crackdown.
www.museumsassociation.org/museums-jour...

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Events for April 2026 – Connecting to Collections Care

The recording, resources and presentation from the C2C Care March 2026 Preventive Conservation Essentials: Tools, Resources, and Practical Starting Points webinar is now available👇
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In a time of war, Chinese museums are a safe haven for ancient treasures of Iran.
Cultural exchanges established with the Middle East are underscoring China’s role as a safe harbour for vulnerable global heritage.

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Art heist targeting million-dollar masterpieces exposes blind spots in museum defenses, expert warns.
The same openness that makes museums welcoming also makes them attractive targets, Geoff Kelly warns.

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Natural disasters and political instability hampered U.S. museum attendance in 2025.
U.S. museum attendance was beset by natural disasters and political instability in 2025, according to an annual survey of the world's 100 most visited art museums
www.kosu.org/news/2026-04... #globalmuseum #museums

Massive wildfires followed oceanic anoxic events during the Late Devonian Frasnian-Famennian mass extinction Wildfire was a consequence — not a cause — of widespread marine anoxia during the Late Devonian mass extinction.

Massive wildfires followed oceanic anoxic events during the Late Devonian Frasnian-Famennian mass extinction.
Wildfires are an integral component of Earth system. They play an important role in the sustenance of biodiversity.
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/... #globalmuseum #Devonian

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⭐ JOB POSTING⭐
Curator of Fine Art and Research Professor.
The St. Louis Mercantile Library, at the University of Missouri – St. Louis.
Annual salary of $65,000 - $75,000
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