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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 2h

🏺 Join us on October 22nd for an introduction to Scotland’s Treasure Trove and updated Code of Practice. This event will be relevant to museum workers and volunteers who respond to public enquiries, support find reporting, or apply for Treasure Trove cases. To find out more, visit: buff.ly/7HgIZsd

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 13h

Following the hottest summer on record for parts of the UK, it’s clear that extreme heat is going to be a growing issue for museumsacross the country. That’s why we have developed a new Advice Guide focused on preparing your museum for extreme heat events. See the guide here: buff.ly/nqLjiX8

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 17h

👏We celebrate the work of Commun Eachdrais Lios Mor researching the direct ties between local people, colonial Malawi, and Rev. Chilembwe’s uprising in 1915. We are pleased to see examples of how this recommendation is being actioned seriously and realistically by smaller museums in rural areas.

Yellow graphic showing part of a world map in dark blue, seas in yellow. A red chain crosses the map, starting in Scotland. In the top left corner, part of a red boat. In the bottom left corner, red sugarcanes. Written towards the bottom right of the graphic ‘Museums should commit to research, interpret and share histories of Scotland’s ties to empire, colonialism, and historic slavery.’

Beige background, with a photo of two buildings side by side at the bottom. In bold, dark blue letters: ‘Comann Eachdraidh Lios Mòr (Lismore Gaelic Heritage Centre)’, smaller ‘Volunteers at Lismore Gaelic Heritage Centre have researched and interpreted the island’s direct ties to empire and colonialism in Malawi in the context of Rev. John Chilembwe’s War. This work is part of their temporary exhibition ‘Lismore at War’.’ In red capitals ‘ESSM Recommendations in Action: Sector Spotlight’.

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 28/09/2026

🪴Today marks the start of #ScotClimateWeek! 2025-26 has been a busy year for climate work at MGS. Growing The Scottish Museums Climate Network, providing carbon literacy training to museums across the country + funding climate action projects. 🔗Find out more in our Climate Report: buff.ly/fFloyKx

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 28/09/2026

🏛️ Tomorrow our CEO Lucy Casot will be making the case for museums to the Scottish Parliament's culture committee: she'll be calling for increased, multi-year investment to ensure Scotland's museums remain open, resilient, and responsive.

Text reading: "Scotland’s museums are essential civic infrastructure.
They deliver on: Education, Wellbeing, Tourism, Community, Local economies.
We know this. And we’re making sure that MSPs know this, too. "

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 25/09/2026

🏛️ Museums are succeeding. But success should not be mistaken for security. 17% of organisations responding to our sector survey told us that a museum they care for could close within 12 months. 🔗 Our case for action is covered in today’s Herald: www.heraldscotland.com/news/2658020...

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 22/09/2026

🌳 Members of our team visited the incredible Scottish Crannog Centre last week to celebrate their Oakbank Collection, which was recently recognised as a Nationally Significant Collection. At the event, our Museum Development Manager Jacob gave a talk about the development of the Recognition scheme.

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 04/09/2026

We love being out and about visiting Scotland’s museums and galleries! Our Climate & Nature Manager, Lucy, visited three museums in Lorn earlier this week. Many thanks to Lismore Gaelic Heritage Centre, Dunollie Museum, Castle and Grounds and Oban War & Peace Museum for their warm welcome!

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 26/08/2026

📝 Discover more about the support we provide to Scotland’s museums and galleries by reading our Annual Review and Climate Report for 2025-26. To read the report, visit: buff.ly/S7HXIew

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 25/08/2026

🎉We've awarded £684,108 to 12 museums through the Museum Development Fund. The funded projects will support museums to strengthen relationships with their local communities, improve collections care, and enhance interpretation and storytelling at their venues. 🔗Find out more: buff.ly/aA3OK6R

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 20/08/2026

🛠️Our repair and adaptation fund is open for applications! Accredited museums can apply for up to £100k to make urgent repairs or changes to their building. Recent awardees include Scottish Fisheries Museum (pictured) who received £91k to replace the roof of their oldest building. 🔗 bit.ly/3UIGBbL

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 11/08/2026

🎉 We're delighted to share that £21.5k has been awarded to 8 museums via our Delivering Change Micro Grants. The fund helps organisations address barriers to inclusion, test new approaches, and embed anti-oppression principles. Find out more 👇 www.museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk/news/museums...

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Museums to put anti-oppression learnings into action through Delivering Change Micro Grants - Museums Galleries Scotland

Eight museums across Scotland have received a share of £21.5k to develop projects focused on accessibility, anti-racism, mental health and anti-oppression.

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 05/08/2026

✒️Our latest sector story explores what sustainable co-production can look like in practice by exploring the work done by the Caribbean Connections Creative Partnership. 🔗Find out more on our website: www.museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk/sector-story...

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 04/08/2026

We’re thrilled that Jedburgh Castle Jail & Museum has launched an escape room experience – one of the first #MuseumFutures projects to be completed! This new escape room highlights how museums can harness their histories to raise revenue and engage with new audiences. buff.ly/DeorLR1

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Jedburgh Castle Jail & Museum launches dark tourism experience - Museums Galleries Scotland

Jedburgh Castle Jail & Museum opens a new interactive escape room and costumed tours with support from the Museum Futures Innovation Fund.

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 03/08/2026

⚖️ What does it take to become an anti-racist organisation? Dr Jeff Sanders FSAScot from @socantscot.bsky.social shares the changes they’ve made, the challenges they’ve faced, and their plans for the future.

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 03/08/2026

💬 As we move into Cycle Two of our Anti-Racism Action Plan, our CEO Lucy Casot, reflects on what Cycle One has taught us and what other organisations can take from our experience. 🔗 Full blog on our website: bit.ly/452mEPq

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 31/07/2026

✍Expressions of interest are now open for our Repair and Adaptation Fund! The fund supports museums to undertake essential repairs and conservation work, while also helping them reduce their environmental impact and improve accessibility. 🔗Find out more: buff.ly/IpYrjo6

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 30/07/2026

🗣️ We are delighted announce a new cohort of the Develop My Leadership programme. This an online course delivered by Social Enterprise Academy and specifically tailored to the heritage sector. 🔗https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/developing-my-leadership-2026-tickets-1992838203713?aff=oddtdtcreator

A group of adults stand in conversation in a room with large windows. Written over the image: Training - Five places available for Develop My Leadership programme.

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“This course allows time and the tools to embed reflective practices into management... The skills I learned during this course have already been implemented on my site and have had a positive impact on the team and will inform how we operate going forward. I would highly recommend this course.” - Shona Murray, Visitor Services Supervisor, National Trust for Scotland

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 27/07/2026

💡A year on from the launch of the Museum Futures programme, Gillian Simison, Head of Museum Development at MGS shares her reflections on the first year of the programme as well as key findings from the interim evaluation and what comes next as we move into year two. 🔗https://buff.ly/KXFRkWo

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A quote which reads: “One of the unexpected highlights of the programme has been the value of peer learning. Seeing organisations come together to share challenges, experiences and ideas has shown us, and them, just how much they can learn from one another. It’s something we’ll be looking to build on in year two by creating more opportunities for museums to connect, collaborate and support one another.” attributed to Gillian Simison, Head of Museum Development, Museums Galleries Scotland.

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 24/07/2026

🌱 Well done to Aberdeen Archives, Gallery & Museums for achieving Green Tourism Gold accreditation at all four of their venues! 🏆 📰 Read the full news story on our website: www.museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk/news/green-t...

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 23/07/2026

🤝 We’re pleased to welcome Rebecca Bailey and Conor Jon Ellis as new Members of our Board of Trustees! As Board Members, they will provide valuable oversight of our work and help steer the strategic direction of our organisation. 🔗 Read the full news story at: buff.ly/HhOogcu

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MGS welcomes new Board Members - Museums Galleries Scotland

We’re pleased to welcome Rebecca Bailey and Conor Jon Ellis as new Members of our Board of Trustees.

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 22/07/2026

🥳1 year of Museum Futures! Culture Secretary, Màiri McAllan joined colleagues from MGS, National Lottery Heritage Fund and The Tall Ship Glenlee today to launch the Year One evaluation report of the Museum Futures programme. 🔗Find out more in our news story: buff.ly/N95CkEl 📸Credit: Martin Shields

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 14/07/2026

🎉We’re pleased to announce that £129,584 has been awarded to 12 museum organisations across the country through the latest round of our Small Grants Fund. 🔗Find out more in our news story: buff.ly/kTNZ7kY 📸: Ullapool Museum. Credit: Rob McDougall.

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 07/07/2026

🎨 We were at the University of Stirling last week to celebrate one of Scotland’s newest Recognised Collections! The Art Collection managed by the University of Stirling has recently been recognised as nationally significant. Find out more about Scotland’s Recognised Collections at: buff.ly/XD5EXk7

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 30/06/2026

📢 The impact report for the second year of Delivering Change is now available on our website: museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk/project/delivering-change/

Yellow graphic with two pink arrows and two black dotted lines. In a white box at the top, in black capitals " Delivering Change" in smaller letters "A collective effort to restructure as organisations based on anti-oppressive principles". In largest letters at the centre 'BE PART OF THE CHANGE' and lower 'Impact Report Year 2'.

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-Dundee International Women's Centre
-Zya Community
-Scottish Commission for People with Learning Disabilities
-LGBT Youth Scotland
-Romano Lav
-Sikh Sanjog
-Northern Corridor Community Volunteers

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1 Shetland Museum and Archive
2 Timespan
3 Cromarty Courthouse Museum
4 The Scottish Crannog Centre
5 Culture Perth and Kinross
6 Leisure and Culture Dundee
7 V&A Dundee
8 Paisley Museum
9 The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
10 David Livingstone Birthplace
11 North Lanarkshire Council
12 Museums Galleries Scotland
13 National Galleries of Scotland
14 Museums & Galleries Edinburgh
15 Physicians' Gallery (Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh)
16 Paxton House
17 The Whithorn Trust

Pink graphic with two black dotted lines, between those lines 'Find out more and access the full Impact Report on our website' followed by a url.
Below 'Delivering Change is Funded by:' followed by three logos, the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Scottish Government and Esmee Fairnbairn Foundation.

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 22/06/2026

📸 Are you thinking about applying for our marketing photography bursary? In our latest blog post, Joe from our Marketing team highlights how museums have benefitted from previous rounds of the bursary and offers advice on how you can sharpen your own photography skills: buff.ly/nGRPdVe

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 19/06/2026

⚽The world's oldest football, held at the The Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum starts its journey to the United States today as part of World Cup celebrations. The museum hosted a public farewell event to celebrate the start of the football's journey to Miami. 🔗Find out more: buff.ly/cKD1dKf

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 17/06/2026

🎖️ Congratulations to John McLeish, Mark Mair, and Jenny Rose-Miller, who have been recognised for their services to museums and heritage in this year's King's Birthday Honours. Read the full news story: buff.ly/6AO3zn8

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 16/06/2026

🏛️ We welcome the appointment of MSPs to the Europe, External Affairs and Culture Committee at #Holyrood. We regularly submit evidence about the museum sector to this Committee, and look forward to working closely with them throughout this Parliament. Read our full news story at: buff.ly/xMegbBa

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 11/06/2026

Today is the start of the football World Cup, giving us an opportunity to reshare the Football Memories programme, coordinated by the Scottish Football Museum, a national programme benefiting thousands across the country by forming reminiscence groups to tackle social isolation. buff.ly/tjzT5q2

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 10/06/2026

🌍 How can heritage organisations embed anti-racist practice into all areas of their work? The newly-published ‘White Thinking’ report highlights the lessons learned from anti-racism projects at heritage organisations across Scotland: buff.ly/U951ePY

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Text reading: "For this AHRC-funded project, academics, activists, heritage organisations, and World Cup winner and anti-racism activist Lilian Thuram worked in partnership to bring new perspectives to over 20 years of ongoing work to embed anti-racist practice across Scotland’s heritage sector.

Read the ‘White Thinking’ report on the MGS website to discover how museums and galleries have been putting anti-racism at the heart of their work.", overlaying a world map which displays South at the top of the image.

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 03/06/2026

We had our staff away day in Glasgow last week, at the fantastic St Mungo’s Museum of Religious Life & Art. Staff participated in the Climate and Nature Planning course, and were treated to a tour of Glasgow Cathedral from Thomas, one of our Museums and Galleries Technician apprentices.

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 01/06/2026

🎉We're delighted to announce £1.3 million has been awarded to 14 organisations through the latest round of Museum Futures funding. 🔗Find out more in the news story on our website: buff.ly/E5rB3Vc

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“Scotland’s museums have a strong track record of adapting, innovating, and collaborating in response to changing circumstances. What is particularly exciting about these Museum Futures awards is that they are giving organisations the time, confidence, and support to build on that strength by testing new ideas, developing partnerships, and finding creative ways to secure their future while continuing to serve their communities.” Lucy Casot, CEO, Museums Galleries Scotland

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 25/05/2026

📸 Smile! Museums in Scotland can apply for up to £1,000 to commission marketing photography for their venue. Applications close June 29th. To find out more, visit: buff.ly/eCMOCr0 📸: Credit: Rachel Hein/Museum of The Royal Regiment of Scotland

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 22/05/2026

⭐What does it mean to be an Accreditation Mentor? We spoke to Helen Avenell, Accreditation Mentor at Ullapool Museum & Groam House Museum about her experience, including what she enjoys most about the role and why she would recommend mentoring to others in the sector. 🔗Find out more: buff.ly/TtKUowc

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 22/05/2026

The new Scottish Cabinet has been announced and we look forward to working with First Minister @johnswinney.bsky.social & Cabinet Secretary for Education, Culture and Gaelic, Màiri McAllan to support Scotland’s museums and galleries to thrive. 📸 : Credit: The Scottish Government

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 20/05/2026

📢 We're seeking new Trustees for the MGS Board. This voluntary role will help set the strategic direction of our organisation and support our work to foster a thriving, connected, and resilient sector. To find out more and download our Board recruitment pack, visit: buff.ly/8SDfMQq

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 19/05/2026

📢 We are pleased to announce the launch of our two Museum Futures funds for 2026 – the Unlocking Potential Fund, and the Innovation Fund. These funds are designed to unlock new revenue streams and increase the financial stability of your organisation. Find out more on our website: buff.ly/sb2qiBG

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 18/05/2026

Happy International Museum Day! As we celebrate Scotland’s rich cultural heritage today, we are delighted to announce that 5 museum collections are being recognised as nationally significant. This brings the total number of Recognised Collections of national significance in Scotland to 56!

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 13/05/2026

🌟 What does it mean to be an Accredited museum? Siobhán Beatson, Director at Ullapool Museum speaks about the process of achieving and maintaining Accredited status as well as the benefits of the scheme and the essential role of Accreditation Mentors. Find out more: buff.ly/AHCfEN9

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 06/05/2026

✨In this blog Elena Trimarchi and Ruthanne Baxter reflect on a recent workshop which brought together museum sector workers from across Scotland to identify ways in which the heritage sector can support public health & wellbeing: buff.ly/BHLyyZc

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 30/04/2026

A few months ago, we were joined by Davie Donaldson from Progress in Dialogue for a Knowledge Exchange. He gave a fantastic talk about how heritage organisations can support Scottish Travellers. The full recording with captions and transcript are available on our website: buff.ly/OpT63qM

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 28/04/2026

🗓Join us and SAMH on 28th May for a free webinar on managing stress in the workplace. The session will cover: • The impact of workplace stress • Identifying early warning signs and burnout • Common triggers • Effective ways to manage and reduce stress 🔗Register: buff.ly/91mycbx

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 28/04/2026

We're offering 8 bursaries to Scottish museums and galleries to attend this year's AMA conference in Leeds, 15-17 July. Hear from Julie Cumming, Marketing Manager at Dundee Heritage Trust about her experience of attending last year’s conference. Find out more + apply for a bursary: buff.ly/2rDGDvh

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 26/04/2026

💼We're hiring! We're looking for a Museum Development Manager to facilitate, promote, and support development across the sector in line with Scotland’s Museums and Galleries Strategy. 🔗Find out more on our website: buff.ly/yMPsImC

Museum Development Manager - Learning, engagement & wellbeing

35 hours per week
Permanent contract
Starting salary £40,043
Deadline: 11th May 2026

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 15/04/2026

📆 Our events page features a range of in-person and online events and training sessions, organised by MGS and other sector organisations. 🔗 Find out whats coming up:https://buff.ly/HcbfZtn

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 15/04/2026

🗳️In the lead-up to the Scottish Parliament elections on 7 May, we’re calling on the next Scottish Government to provide capital investment to help museums reduce their environmental impact and operational costs, while inspiring climate action. 🔗Find out more and get involved: buff.ly/BzAuwTV

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 10/04/2026

📢 The first episode of our new podcast series: Delivering Change Conversations, is now live on our website! In this episode, Sheila, Ellie and Kate from MGS discuss the power dynamics tied up in grant giving, how changes were made for Delivering Change. ➡️

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Delivering Change Conversations - Museums Galleries Scotland

In Delivering Change Conversations experiences, learnings, and challenges are shared to support all people to access culture.

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 10/04/2026

🗣Have your say: Museum Futures evaluation survey Whether your organisation has taken part in the Museum Futures programme or not, we want to hear from you. Help us build a clear picture of the programme's impact so far by completing our short survey: buff.ly/DDPx1HV ⏰️ Deadline: 17th April at 5pm

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Museums Galleries Scotland @museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk · 09/04/2026

💫Nearly a year on from the launch of the Museum Futures programme, Senior Capacity Programme Manager, Markus Offer discusses the successes and learnings from year one as well as what participants can expect from year two. 🔗Full article: buff.ly/0O4gHj4

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