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Philippa Smith

@philippajs.bsky.social
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Retired archivist, loves books, gardening and nature

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BTO | British Trust for Ornithology @btobirds.bsky.social · 13h
We've got some great opportunities to join us at BTO! Discover more and apply for our jobs and voluntary roles online at www.bto.org/jobs #Ornithology
A sideways view of a Puffin shows its white face, black body and brightly coloured orange-red bill. Wording alongside reads: We're hiring. Bird Atlas 2027-2031 Organiser, Research Ecologist, Field Surveyors, Youth Rep (Voluntary Role).
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Laura Cleaver @laurajcleaver.bsky.social · 12h
This term’s Medieval Manuscripts Seminar schedule is now available. All sessions are hybrid so sign up to book a seat or get the link.👇📖 ies.sas.ac.uk/news-events/seminars/…
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Medieval Manuscripts Seminar
The seminar covers current research into the intellectual history of book production in the Middle Ages
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UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
We’re pleased to launch of a new search interface for HOSPREC, the Hospital Records Database: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/hospital-rec... HOSPREC is a unique resource for family historians, local researchers, genealogists, academics and anyone interested in the history of healthcare.
A man wearing a lanyard sits in an office watching something on a computer monitor.
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Derbyshire Record Office @derbyshiredro.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
We're recruiting a Level 3 Archives Assistant apprentice. It's a great opportunity to get started in a career in libraries or archives so if you or someone you know might be interested, you can find out more here: jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/apprenticesh... #job
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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Tickets are going fast for our winter seminar on Friday 23 October. Join audio experts, records managers and other new archiving professionals for a great afternoon of networking and connecting across the #archives and #recordsmanagement community: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ara-sfnp-a...
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ARA SfNP Annual Seminar: Many Routes, One Profession
This seminar celebrates the wide range of careers, skills, and experiences that shape the profession.
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UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Join us on 22 October for a webinar which will support you to assess the significance of your collections and turn that thinking into a clear, persuasive statement of significance for grant applications and advocacy: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/archives-r...
A record keeper removes a box of documents from shelves in a strongroom repository.
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UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
This webinar is part of the new training programme from Archives Revealed, a partnership programme between The National Archives, the Pilgrim Trust, the Wolfson Foundation and The National Lottery Heritage Fund: www.eventbrite.com/cc/archives-...
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Archives Revealed training programme by The National Archives | Eventbrite
Join our Archives Revealed training sessions online and in-person, covering a range of topics including: writing a significance statement, project management, the Generic Learning Outcomes, and emerging technologies.
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UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
📣Seeking applications from UK archive professionals for our digital peer mentoring programme! We’ll match you with an experienced digital professional to work on a digital project of your choosing for a 6-month period. Find out more and apply by 30 October: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/DigitalPee...
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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
There's just a few weeks to go until #archives and #recordsmanagement new professionals descend on Bristol to discuss career design and specialist skills across the sector! Find out more and register to join us in person or virtually on Friday 23 October here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ara-sfnp-a...
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The London Archives @thelondonarchives.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
⭐️Our Skills Training in Archival Research (STAR) workshops are returning for the 2026-27 year, with three dates to choose from! 📆 28th October 2026 📆 17th March 2027 📆 19th May 2027 Book your place now 👇️
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Skills Training in Archival Research (STAR) Workshop
Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to help postgraduate students and researchers make the most of archival collections.
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BSECS @bsecs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Submissions are welcome for the London Topographical Society's Anne Saunders Prize: £1,000 for an original & unpublished research essay on the topography, development, or buildings of #London in any period. Details here: londontopsoc.org/about-us/ann... #skystorians 🗃️
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Ann Saunders essay prize - London Topographical Society
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Haunted DCU Library 👻 @dculibrary.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Work with us! DCU Archives and Special Collections is recruiting an Institutional Archivist on a fixed term post of 1.5 years. Full details: my.corehr.com/pls/dcurecru... @dublincityuni.bsky.social @ucclibrary.bsky.social @tcdlibrary.bsky.social @ullibrary.bsky.social @ucdlibrary.bsky.social
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Dr Bryony Coombs @bryonycoombs.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DTB276/d...
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Directorship of the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology and Professorship of Material Culture at University of Cambridge
Explore an exciting academic career as a Directorship of the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology and Professorship of Material Culture. Don't miss out on other academic jobs. Click to apply and exp...
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UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Register for our free, interactive, entry-level Carbon Literacy training course! We’ll explore the science of #climate change, how it affects #archives, and provide examples of actions archives have taken to lower their carbon emissions. See available dates: www.eventbrite.com/cc/carbon-li...
A record keeper stands on a red step ladder in a strongroom repository, removing a large document from a high shelf.
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Falmouth & Exeter Uni Archives @fxuniarchives.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Very excited to be part of this! Come and hear about how we engaged students in the Nick Darke archive, celebrating his life and plays and taking inspiration for new creative works. Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/impact-sem...
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Impact seminar: involving students in archival practice
Join this impact seminar to hear how different archives have collaborated with students and alumni on a variety of projects.
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Independent Historians Network (UK) @indyhistnetwork.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Talk claxon! Mari is doing an a talk about record keeping in Parliament, and as a former archivist there, she is quite the expert! This is an online and in-person event on 29th October at 5pm and it's completely FREE! www.sal.org.uk/events/parli...
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A Tale of Two Towers: The History of the Parliamentary Archives - Society of Antiquaries of London
Dr Mari Takayanagi FSA tells the story of record-keeping in the House of Lords and House of Commons from c. 1497 to 1963 and the story of the two Westminster towers where the archives were stored - th...
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Oral History Society @oralhistsoc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Introduction to #OralHistory -📍Bristol Archives, #Bristol, 📆16/10/2026 Interested in developing practical skills in #oralhistory? Our 1-day course covers interviewing techniques, memory, recording, documentation, and practical experience. Further details and booking: ohs.org.uk/events/intro...
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Introduction to Oral History (Bristol) - Oral History Society
This self-contained course, organised jointly by the National Life Stories at the British Library and the Oral History Society, aims to be an informal and practical introduction to oral history interv...
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Museums Association @museumsassociation.org · 28/09/2026
The Esmée Fairbairn Communities and Collections Fund is now open for 2027 💸 The fund, run by us at the MA, supports work by museums and community organisations to strengthen communities, using collections. The next deadline for expressions of interest is 20 January 2027.
Apply now to the Esmée Fairbairn Communities and Collections Fund
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UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
📣Call to Archive Managers We have a limited number of bursaries to help cover travel costs for delegates who have to pay for their own travel, particularly from outside Plymouth. Book a place below and apply for a travel bursary by Friday 9 October, 5pm: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/MZHKHE/
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Philippa Smith @philippajs.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
That made me look twice! 😄
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Philippa Smith @philippajs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Wolf Hall, Line of Duty, Dickensian
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Philippa Smith @philippajs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
4 though in the recent past it would have been 6 - 4 of tea and 2 coffee.Unfortunately, I have osteoporosis and told to reduce my caffeine intake so I’ve gone decaf (tasteless, weebly stuff) except for one brew of loose leaf proper strong flavoursome tea in the afternoon which I so look forward to!
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Philippa Smith @philippajs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
I was recommended Said the Dead by @clairelouisetitley.bsky.social and we had a brief discussion about it and Feed the King on Instagram with @charlieturpie.bsky.social though I can’t seem to share the link
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Philippa Smith @philippajs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Yes, and the archival experience is not exactly accurate, though I enjoyed the rest of the book once I had got over that! If you want a good read and arguably authentic depiction of archival research, I recommend the brilliant Said the Dead by Doireann Ní Ghríofa
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Cambridge Collections Connections Communities @camglamresearch.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Very excited for this talk by Dr Grace Exley, Munby Fellow at @theul.bsky.social and a Natural History Humanities Postdoctoral Research Associate at @camglamresearch.bsky.social!
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Cambridge University Library @theul.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
✒️ "Written & Edited by his Wife" Join us for a research talk by Dr Grace Exley who will explore how women’s hands have shaped our impression of some of the most famous scientists of the nineteenth century. 21 Oct, 5-6.30pm Cambridge University Library Book your FREE ticket loom.ly/KpzUmgM
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Archives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Great opportunity here for a Trainee Archivist @shakespearesglobe.bsky.social recordkeeping-careers.org/job/trainee-...
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Trainee Archivist - Recordkeeping Careers
Shakespeare's Globe is currently seeking an Archive Trainee on full-time, fixed term basis (8 months).
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Jane Winters @jfwinters.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Registration for this year’s Annual Digital Lecture, a partnership between The National Archives, UK and @sas-news.bsky.social, is now open. Join us in London on 26 Nov to hear Prof Jennifer Edmond talk about ‘From collection to collective: what is an archive now?’ Free to attend! #DigitalHumanities
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From Collection to Collective: what is an archive now?
Explore how digital platforms are reshaping cultural memory at this year’s Annual Digital Lecture.
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UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Join our impact seminar on Tuesday 3 November (1:30pm) to hear how different archives have collaborated with students and alumni on a variety of projects: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/impact-sem... You’ll hear talks from @fxuniarchives.bsky.social, @ljmu-sca.bsky.social & @worcesteruni.bsky.social!
Eight students are gathered around a large table listening to a woman talk about a large, tanned document laid out on it.
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Cambridge University Library @theul.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
We are recruiting for two posts within the Open Research team, part of University of Cambridge Libraries and Archives. • one full-time post on a permanent basis • one part-time post (18.25 hours) on a fixed-term basis for 2 years Apply by 4 Oct: loom.ly/kRSdmnU #CambridgeUniversityJobs
Job advertisement graphic for the University of Cambridge Libraries and Archives featuring a person working on a laptop, with text reading "We're hiring Open Access Advisors".
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Philippa Smith @philippajs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
If you can decline to pay the service charge on your card, even with an app, staff are very appreciative if you then leave a tip in cash. Our problem is we don’t carry much cash nowadays!
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Anne-Grethe Jensen @daneanne.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Come work with me. Great team! Really interesting collections! The post is primarily working with our very extensive photographic collection. www.newscareers.co.uk/vacancies/45...
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News Archives Operations Specialist | News UK
News Archives Operations Specialist Location: Rainham, Essex Your team: Rights, Licensing & Archives delivers cross-business rights management, content protection, licensing, and arc...
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LJMU Special Collections & Archives @ljmu-sca.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
We're recruiting for a 12 month Assistant Archivist to focus on collections care and documentation as we embark on our programme of building refurbishment-related work. You'll join our small and friendly team who are eager for another colleague! jobs.ljmu.ac.uk/vacancy/assi... #archivist #archives
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Assistant Archivist (Fixed term for 12 months) (5576)
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Archives & Collections, Library of Birmingham @theironroom.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
We're looking for a freelance conservator to survey and rehouse audio heritage as part of the Sounds of the Midlands project. For more information please email us. Deadline for applications is Monday, 12 October #LibraryofBham @uniofleicester.bsky.social
Page 1 detailing the Sounds of the Midlands freelance conservator post. Heading has the logos for Birmingham City Council and the Library of Birmingham.
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Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology @maacambridge.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
🚨 Job alert! 🚨 We're looking to appoint a part-time Archivist (fixed-term) to help make our archival material more accessible. These documents are key to research on art and archaeology, Indigenous cultures, and artefact provenances. Closing date: 02/10/2026 Apply: www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/archivi...
A shelf of old books in the museum's archive. They are numbered 9 to 17 and labels on two of the show they cover the period 29 January 1908 to 31 July 1908 and 1 August 1908 to 6 February 1909.
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British Association for Local History @balhnews.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Our small grants programme is open! This programme has been designed to support the study, enjoyment and dissemination of local history within Britain. Find out more: www.balh.org.uk/resources-sm... #WeAreLocalHistory #LocalHistoryForAll
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Katie Flanagan @katiedflanagan.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
A week left to apply for this - deadline is 25 Sept 2026.
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Christopher Hilton @chilton-bb.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Job klaxon, Liverpool: jobs.ljmu.ac.uk/vacancy/assi...
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Assistant Archivist (Fixed term for 12 months) (5576)
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Buckinghamshire Archives @bucksarchives.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
We're looking for a new Customer Access Supervisor to join our team! This role manages the customer service side of our archive and our remote enquiry service. For more information and to apply, head to jobs.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/job_detail/3...
Leatherbound records of Buckinghamshire on a shelf, with 'We're Hiring! Customer Access Supervisor' overlaid.
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Uncharismatic Megafauna @liminalitea.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Islington has just announced some brutal cuts to their libraries - over 25% of the budget in one go. There's a protest at 6:30 on the 24th for anyone in the area. islingtonunison.wordpress.com/2026/09/16/s...
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Say NO to cuts to Islington Libraries
Alan Wylie, Islington librarian and UNISON shop steward, on why we need to fight cuts to our libraries: Islington Libraries have a long and illustrious history from James Duff Brown to our very own…
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National Library of Ireland @nlireland.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
📣 We’re #Hiring: Deputy Chief Herald of Ireland Join the NLI’s Office of the #ChiefHerald in this unique role, leading #heraldic and #genealogical research and helping preserve Ireland’s cultural heritage. ⭐ Find out more & apply: ow.ly/rMXt50ZNcTN 📅 #Apply by: 3pm, 9 Oct 2026
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Royal Historical Society @royalhistsoc.org · 17/09/2026
We're also pleased to announce the return of the Society's annual International Fellows Lecture. The 2026 lecture - online, Friday 4 December - is given by Prof Amy Froide bit.ly/4xUZnLS. Co-hosted with @echistsoc.bsky.social to mark its centenary year. Booking now open, all welcome #Skystorians
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The Society's 'International Fellows Lecture', 2026 - RHS
The Royal Historical Society is pleased to announce the recommencement of its annual International Fellows Lecture. The 2026 lecture will be given by Professor Amy Froide (University of Maryland, Balt...
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Mass Observation Archive @massobsarchive.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Exciting news (well we think so)! We are looking for new people to regularly contribute to our archive! We accept applications from anyone based in the UK who has an interest in sending us their thoughts and opinions about life in the UK. #Skystorians massobs.org.uk/write-for-th...
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Write for the archive - Mass Observation Archive
Writing for Mass Observation You can apply to write for the archive here. Current Observers If you are one of our current Observers you may find our handbook for new Observers helpful. This has all th...
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UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
On 4 November, we’re holding the Leadership for Recordkeepers Summit at Friends House (London) in partnership with @araukie.bsky.social. Hear from inspirational leaders, improve your leadership skills & continue your professional development! Register today: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/leadership...
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London Topographical Society @londontopsoc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
The LTS funds an annual prize of £1000 in honour of Dr Ann Saunders who was the Society’s Editor for 35 years. It is awarded for an original and unpublished research essay on the topography, development or buildings of London in any period. Click here: londontopsoc.org/about-us/ann...
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Archives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
New job alert - Archives Library assistant graduate trainee for Paul Mellon Centre @paulmelloncentr.bsky.social recordkeeping-careers.org/job/archives...
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Archives & Library Assistant (Graduate Trainee) - Recordkeeping Careers
The closing date for applications is Monday 5 October 2026, 10am BST. Interview date: Tuesday 3 November 2026 Background & Role  We are recruiting for our next Archives & Library Assistant (Graduate T...
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UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Join the Digital Archive Learning Exchange (DALE) for a free online session looking into the potential of #AI for the #archive sector! 📅 Friday 2 October (10:30am – 12:30pm) Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/digital-ar...
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Philippa Smith @philippajs.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Pipped is another one that bugs me!
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Dr Beatriz Pichel @beapichel.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Really excited to announce the online launch of The Ethics of Medical Photography Toolkit, the result of two years of work between academics, archives and museums. Register here forms.gle/PYBjxGNDitDp... to join us on Friday 16 Oct at 3 pm BST online #histmed #photohist #ethics #medhums
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Barts Health Archives @bharchives.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Do you work with historic medical images? Join the launch of the new Ethics of Medical Photography Toolkit, a new resource for researchers, GLAM professionals, and anyone thinking about the challenges of working with historical medical photography
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