ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Today is the LAST DAY to apply to become one of two new Communications Officers for ARA's Section for Archives and Museums! To apply, send a one-page Expression of Interest to sam@archives.org.uk by 5 pm TODAY (Monday 28 September). Learn more: mcusercontent.com/e2538b2a52fd... 000
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Less than one week left to register for our next training session - 'Mixed Collections: Balancing Conservation and Interpretation' - which will be held on Tuesday, 6 October from 10:00 to 12:30. Register by Thursday, 1 October: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve.... 000
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Only 5 days left to apply to become one of two new Communications Officers for ARA's Section for Archives and Museums! Send an Expression of Interest to sam@archives.org.uk by 5 pm on Monday 28 September. Learn more: mcusercontent.com/e2538b2a52fd... 003
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Our next online training - 'Mixed Collections: Balancing Conservation and Interpretation' - will be Tuesday, 6 October from 10:00 to 12:30. Register by Thursday, 1 October: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve.... 001
Reposted by ARA SAMARA International @arainternational.bsky.social · 15/09/2026What a great event @araarchmus.bsky.social! 011
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Only 10 days left to express your interest in becoming Joint Communications Officer for ARA's Section for Archives and Museums! This is a fantastic volunteer opportunity to hone your communication skills & build your network across the UK and Ireland. Learn more: mcusercontent.com/e2538b2a52fd... 000
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Our next training session is 'Mixed Collections: Balancing Conservation and Interpretation'. This online training, presented by freelance museum consultants Anita Hollinshead and Jim Grevatte, will be held on Tuesday, 6 October from 10:00 to 12:30. Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve... 224
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Are you interested in using communications to connect colleagues across the GLAM sector? We're looking for two new Joint Communications Officers to share news, promote activities, and support the section’s voice across the wider heritage profession. Learn more: mcusercontent.com/e2538b2a52fd... 001
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Announcement: we're looking for 2 new Joint Communications Officers! In this voluntary position, you would work with SAM committee members, ARA colleagues and section members to identify relevant news, develop content, and maintain clear communication. Learn more: mcusercontent.com/e2538b2a52fd... 122
Reposted by ARA SAMArchives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Congratulations Scottish Canals - you have the first job vacancy posted on our new recordkeeping careers hub! recordkeeping-careers.org/job/informat...recordkeeping-careers.orgInformation Manager - Recordkeeping Careers 063
Reposted by ARA SAMUK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 02/09/2026The National Archives & @araukie.bsky.social are seeking three consultants or freelancers to each deliver a 90-minute workshop at the Leadership for recordkeepers summit on Wednesday 4 November. Find out more and apply by Friday 18 September: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec... 057
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 01/09/2026ARA's Section for Archives & Museums would like to say a huge THANK YOU to all who attended our annual review meeting & knowledge sharing session last week. We would also like to extend a special thanks to our 4 fabulous presenters: Lowri Jenkins, Rachel Sayers, Cecilia Borgenstam & Felicity Crowe. 000
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 21/08/2026Today is the LAST DAY TO REGISTER for our Annual Review Meeting on Tuesday, 25 August. This free online event will also include a knowledge sharing session with short presentations from 4 experts in the GLAM sector. You won't want to miss it! Register NOW: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve... 002
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Our Annual Review Meeting is one week from today! This free online event on Tuesday, 25 August will also include a knowledge sharing session with short presentations from 4 experts in the GLAM sector. Register by Friday, 21 August to secure your place: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve... 000
Reposted by ARA SAMArchives for Learning and Education Section @ales-araukie.bsky.social · 16/08/2026The Archives for Learning and Education Section's next lunchtime training session is Wednesday, 9 September from 1-2pm on Microsoft Teams: Divergent Minds in the Archive - Neurodivergent Professionals and Accessibility aralearning.wordpress.com/2026/08/16/a...aralearning.wordpress.comARA ALES Lunchtime Seminar: Divergent Minds in the Archive – Neurodivergent Professionals and AccessibilityThe Archives for Learning and Education Section’s third event in 2026 will be held using Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 9th September, from 1 to 2pm. “Divergent Minds in the Archive – Neurodive… 2917
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 14/08/2026ARA's Section for Archives and Museums is hosting its Annual Review Meeting on Tuesday, 25 August. This free online event will also include a knowledge sharing session with short presentations from 4 speakers spread across the UK and Ireland. Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve... 000
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 14/08/2026Attention archivists and records managers who are in the early stages of their careers...the ARA Section for New Professionals is looking for volunteers to join its committee. See details below! 000
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 10/08/2026ARA's Section for Archives and Museums will hold its Annual Review Meeting on Tuesday, 25 August 2026. This free online event will include a knowledge sharing session with short presentations from 4 speakers. You won't want to miss it! Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve... 148
Reposted by ARA SAMArchives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 07/08/2026The final keynote of #ARA2026 is from ARA President, Elizabeth Shepherd on Authentic voices: restoring the history of women in the archives 1123
Reposted by ARA SAMArchives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Winners of the ARA Excellence Awards 2026: New Professional: Aimy Stevens Record Keeper : Karyn Williamson Recordkeeping Service : Edge Hill University Archive Distinguished Service Awards: Catherine Kirby Ian Wakeling Kevin Wilbraham full story: www.archives.org.uk/news/ara-exc...archives.org.ukARA Excellence Awards 2026 - Winners announced — Archives & Records Association ARA Excellence Awards 2026 The awards of Record Keeper of the Year, Recordkeeping Service of the Year and New Professional of the Year are all voted on by the public. Up to three Distinguished S... 0122
Reposted by ARA SAMARA Section for Archives & Technology @arasat.bsky.social · 06/08/2026🔍 Want to learn DROID? Join Steve Daly (The National Archives) for an introduction to the free open-source digital preservation tool used by archivists around the world. 📅 Fri 28 Aug 2026 🕐 1-2pm 💻 Online 🎟️ Free for ARA members: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sat-luncht... #Archives #DigitalPreservationeventbrite.co.ukSAT Lunchtime Webinar: An introduction to digital preservation using DROIDJoin us for a live demonstration of DROID the free open-source software tool developed by TNA. 052
Reposted by ARA SAMArchives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Our second keynote at #ARA2026 is from Tony King- looking at the changes within archive conservation that reflect changes in archival and conservation theory/philosophy across the 20th and 21st centuries. 031
Reposted by ARA SAMArchives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 05/08/2026Kicking off the #ARA2026 in Glasgow with our keynote Amina Shah from National Library of Scotland 031
Reposted by ARA SAMNew Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Are you looking to develop your skills as an #archives or #recordsmanagement professional? Enjoy working as part of a team to deliver exceptional training and peer support? Why not become the new Careers Officer for the Section for New Professionals: aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com/2026/08/03/j... 103
Reposted by ARA SAMaraireland @araireland.bsky.social · 01/08/2026The Explore Your Archive theme for Lúnasa | August is #EYAIontas | #EYASurprise 🎊 Get involved and remember to tag 🏷️ @araireland.bsky.social & @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social in your posts! #ExploreYourArchive #CuardaighDoChartlann 023
Reposted by ARA SAMArchives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 27/07/2026In our lates diversity allies blog, Philip Milnes-Smith struggles to hear the silenced voices of lower class, disabled inmates in an early Victorian workhouse. www.archives.org.uk/diversity-allies-blog/accessibility-and-archives-now-you-are-of-a-mind-to-kill-mearchives.org.ukAccessibility and Archives: “Now you are [of] a mind to kill me” — Archives & Records Association In this blog, Philip Milnes-Smith struggles to hear the silenced voices of lower class, disabled inmates in an early Victorian workhouse. Reflecting on a couple of recently published books, and the ... 098
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 15/07/2026Huge thanks to everyone who joined our re-run of the 'Introduction to Mixed Collections' training last week. Stay tuned for announcement of future events!static.klipy.comThank You - Happyhouranz MicrosoftanzALT: Thank You - Happyhouranz Microsoftanz 010
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 07/07/2026Julie Noble-Watts, Treasurer of @araukie.bsky.social Section for Archives & Museums, writes about her experience earning her Master's in Archives and Records Management from @dundee.ac.uk. Be sure to read this post if you are considering this degree programme! #ARA #Archives #Qualificationaramuseums.wordpress.comBecoming an Archivist: Studying at the University of DundeeI have worked as a school librarian in an independent boarding school for almost ten years. During 2020, the school archivist was made redundant. I started my career in a local history library, so … 011
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 03/07/2026Please note that our upcoming online event titled 'Mixed Collections: An Introduction' is now sold out! Thanks to everyone who has registered. Joining instructions will be sent on Tues., 7 July ahead of the event on Thurs., 9 July. If you have any queries, please contact sam@archives.org.uk. 000
Reposted by ARA SAMARA International @arainternational.bsky.social · 29/06/2026Looking to connect with archivists beyond your own institution or country? Join us for our Annual Review Meeting! ☕ Take part in our first International Coffee Chat to meet colleagues, share experiences, and feel more connected wherever you are in the world! 15 July | 1–2 PM BST 122
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 29/06/2026Spaces are quickly running out for our next training - 'Introduction to Mixed Collections' - to be held online on Tuesday, 9th July. Learn more: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve... #ARA #Archives #Museums #MixedCollections #Training #Online 121
Reposted by ARA SAMNew Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 25/06/2026Join our friendly committee! We are looking for a volunteer Secretary on the araukie.bluesky.social Section for New Professionals. Deadline is Tue 30 June. aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com/wp-content/u... 126
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 24/06/2026Reminder! The ARA Section for Archives and Museums is hosting its next online training on Tuesday, 9th July. This event is a repeat of our highly popular 'Introduction to Mixed Collections' session, which sold out in May. Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve... 120
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Announcement! The ARA Section for Archives and Museums is hosting its next online training on Tuesday, 9th July. This event is a repeat of our highly popular 'Introduction to Mixed Collections' session, which sold out in May. Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve... 146
Reposted by ARA SAMNew Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 15/06/2026We're looking for a secretary to join our lovely team on the ARA Section for New Professionals committee. Role description: aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com/wp-content/u... Apply by emailing newprofessionals@archives.org.uk, by 30 June.aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com 026
Reposted by ARA SAMARA South East & London @araseandlondon.bsky.social · 05/06/2026Peer pals is a wonderful way of supporting new professionals as they navigate their way into the sector. If you feel you have the ability to share your knowledge and experience then get in touch with our friends over at @aranewprofs.bsky.social 014
Reposted by ARA SAMArchives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 26/05/2026Nominations are open for the ARA Excellence Awards - read why you should be nominating someone (or a recordkeeping service) for these awards: www.archives.org.uk/news/ara-exc...archives.org.ukARA Excellence Awards — Archives & Records AssociationThe Archives and Records Association Excellence Awards recognise excellence and contributions by individuals and teams in our sector. They celebrate the achievements of record keeping professionals a... 049
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 06/05/2026Reminder to all who registered that our online training on Mixed Collections is TODAY at 10 am. See you soon! More details: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve... #ARA #Archives #Museums #GLAM #MixedCollections #Training #OnlineEvent 000
Reposted by ARA SAMNew Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 01/05/2026Ever wondered what the Archives and Records Association can do for new professionals working with records in the UK & Ireland? Come along and find out for yourself at our next knowledge-sharing and networking event: online, Weds 20 May: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ara-sfnp-c.... 1511
Reposted by ARA SAMaraireland @araireland.bsky.social · 27/04/2026How to start a new archives service: experience of the CIÉ Group Archives by Dr Kevin Forkan. Join @irisharchives1970.bsky.social for their upcoming lecture @dclareadingroom.bsky.social on Wed 6th May at 6pm. Tickets available🔽 www.eventbrite.ie/e/how-to-sta...eventbrite.ieHow to start a new archives service: experience of the CIÉ Group ArchivesLearn how the CIÉ archives service was put in place to store the records held by the group, and future plans for the historic collections. 023
Reposted by ARA SAMARA Section for Archives & Technology @arasat.bsky.social · 27/04/2026Curious how new tech is shaping archival work? 💻 Free online webinar with @araukie.bsky.social SAT committee 📅 Fri 19 June 2026 1–1.30pm ✨Python in workflows, CMS planning & archiving dynamic websites post‑Conifer 🔗 More info & booking: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...archives.org.ukFriday lunchtime CPD webinar: Exploring archival technologies with ARA’s SAT committee — Archives & Records AssociationFriday lunchtime CPD webinar : Exploring archival technologies with ARA’s SAT committee Speakers: Malcolm Mathieson, Lucy Rumble, Jake Bickford Online - Friday 19th June 2026 - 1.00pm to 1.30... 044
Reposted by ARA SAMCaylin Smith @caylin.bsky.social · 22/04/2026Call for Papers: Archival Practice in Complex Systems: Risk, Ethics, Infrastructure, and Evolving Institutional Roles, Collaboration, and Governance. @araukie.bsky.social tinyurl.com/mr45nf35 #Archives #RecordsManagement #CallForPapers #Libraries #DigitalPreservation #OpenAccessthink.taylorandfrancis.comArchival infrastructureSeeking reflective, comparative, and practice-informed submissions that examine how archival work is governed, justified, and sustained in environments characterised by scale, interdependence, and unc... 055
Reposted by ARA SAMArchives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 16/04/2026ARA has published a brief for a consultant to develop & deliver training for Peer Reviewers for Archive Service Accreditation Onsite Assessment www.archives.org.uk/news/tender-for-developing-and-delivering-a-training-package-for-peer-reviewers-the-archive-service-accreditation-onsite-assessment-teamarchives.org.ukTender for: Developing and delivering a training package for Peer Reviewers the Archive Service Accreditation Onsite Assessment Team — Archives & Records AssociationConsultancy brief for a consultant to develop and deliver a training package for Peer Reviewers to equip them with skills to be an effective and confident member of the Archive Service Accreditation ... 011
ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 15/04/2026Please note that our upcoming online event titled 'Mixed Collections: An Introduction' is now sold out! Thanks to everyone who has registered. Joining instructions will be sent on Friday, 1st May ahead of the event on Tuesday, 5th May. www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...archives.org.ukMixed Collections: An Introduction — Archives & Records AssociationMixed Collections: An Introduction Trainer: Anita Hollinshead The Section for Archives and Museums are repeating their popular online workshops covering the basics of managing and workin... 010
Reposted by ARA SAMNew Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 15/04/2026We're looking for a training officer to join our committee for the UK & Ireland's community of new #archives and #recordsmanagement professionals. Find out more about the role here: tinyurl.com/SfNP26TO. Apply to newprofessionals@archives.org.uk by 24 April. 123
Reposted by ARA SAMArchives for Learning and Education Section @ales-araukie.bsky.social · 14/04/2026Our next event is ready for the diaries! On Wednesday, 20 May, join Rachel Tranter @gem.org.uk and Jenni Waugh for a lunchtime seminar on Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs). The GLOs were updated in 2025 to reflect the inclusive learning and engagement delivery in practice across the culture sector.aralearning.wordpress.comLunchtime Seminar, Wed 20 May: “Measuring your learning impact: (Re)Introducing the Generic Learning Outcomes”The Archives for Learning and Education Section’s second event in 2026 will be held using Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 20th May, from 1 to 2pm. Sign up at Eventbrite by 14 May. 103
Reposted by ARA SAMaraireland @araireland.bsky.social · 13/04/2026Join us next Tuesday, 21st April, at 1pm for the next lecture in the ARA Ireland #EDI series. This lecture will reflect on the insights into the experience of marginalisation and the challenges of reading those writings. Tickets available ⬇️ www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-last-h... 111
Reposted by ARA SAMARA International @arainternational.bsky.social · 01/04/2026Did you know the Falklands has its own archives? They’re all ready to share for #archive30 (I hope there’s at least one penguin in the mix) 143
Reposted by ARA SAMARA South East & London @araseandlondon.bsky.social · 01/04/2026A great training session coming up for any of you out that managing mixed collections. 001
Reposted by ARA SAMARA International @arainternational.bsky.social · 01/04/2026Archival collections are never straightforward in terms of holding! Especially with donations. Our ARA pals @araarchmus.bsky.social are offering an excellent session on mixed collections, and you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your (home) office 022