Philippa Smith
@philippajs.bsky.social
Retired archivist, loves books, gardening and nature
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We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Librarian in Marsh's Library. This will be a great position for an early-career librarian. Further details at: marshlibrary.ie/assistant-li...
Seeking an Assistant Librarian - Marsh's Library
We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Librarian for Marsh’s Library in central Dublin. Location: St. Patrick’s Close, Dublin 8 Reporting to: Assistant Director, Marsh’s Library Salary: €40,000 – €45,...
marshlibrary.ie
February 13, 2026 at 5:10 PM
We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Librarian in Marsh's Library. This will be a great position for an early-career librarian. Further details at: marshlibrary.ie/assistant-li...
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🚨We are hiring🚨
We are recruiting an Archivist (Physical Collections) – Maternity Cover, to join our archive team here at Explore York Libraries and Archvies.
Closing date is 5pm, Friday, 27th February
Find out more about the role and apply on our website.
We are recruiting an Archivist (Physical Collections) – Maternity Cover, to join our archive team here at Explore York Libraries and Archvies.
Closing date is 5pm, Friday, 27th February
Find out more about the role and apply on our website.
Jobs - Explore York
Join Explore Libraries and Archives – Your community hub for learning, leisure, and connection. Exciting events, cosy cafes, and endless opportunities await! Discover more now.
exploreyork.org.uk
February 11, 2026 at 10:03 AM
🚨We are hiring🚨
We are recruiting an Archivist (Physical Collections) – Maternity Cover, to join our archive team here at Explore York Libraries and Archvies.
Closing date is 5pm, Friday, 27th February
Find out more about the role and apply on our website.
We are recruiting an Archivist (Physical Collections) – Maternity Cover, to join our archive team here at Explore York Libraries and Archvies.
Closing date is 5pm, Friday, 27th February
Find out more about the role and apply on our website.
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📣Calling archive professionals
Join us on 17 & 24 March for a two-part online introduction to manorial records: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti...
No previous knowledge of manorial documents or Latin required!
Join us on 17 & 24 March for a two-part online introduction to manorial records: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti...
No previous knowledge of manorial documents or Latin required!
February 13, 2026 at 2:12 PM
📣Calling archive professionals
Join us on 17 & 24 March for a two-part online introduction to manorial records: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti...
No previous knowledge of manorial documents or Latin required!
Join us on 17 & 24 March for a two-part online introduction to manorial records: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti...
No previous knowledge of manorial documents or Latin required!
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Another one.
This is a really important find - unique in fact. It has slight similarities to a torc from Moulsford (in Reading Museum) but apart from that it's a totally new type. 🧵
PLEASE SHARE, thank you
#Archaeology #Treasure #Detecting
leicestershirecollections.org.uk/behind-the-s...
This is a really important find - unique in fact. It has slight similarities to a torc from Moulsford (in Reading Museum) but apart from that it's a totally new type. 🧵
PLEASE SHARE, thank you
#Archaeology #Treasure #Detecting
leicestershirecollections.org.uk/behind-the-s...
Help Save Leicestershire’s Bronze Age Torc
The Leicestershire Torc is a stunning 3,200-year-old gold object dating to the Middle Bronze Age period and is the only torc ever discovered in the county. It was a piece of very high-status jewellery...
leicestershirecollections.org.uk
February 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Another one.
This is a really important find - unique in fact. It has slight similarities to a torc from Moulsford (in Reading Museum) but apart from that it's a totally new type. 🧵
PLEASE SHARE, thank you
#Archaeology #Treasure #Detecting
leicestershirecollections.org.uk/behind-the-s...
This is a really important find - unique in fact. It has slight similarities to a torc from Moulsford (in Reading Museum) but apart from that it's a totally new type. 🧵
PLEASE SHARE, thank you
#Archaeology #Treasure #Detecting
leicestershirecollections.org.uk/behind-the-s...
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Please read @tessmachling.bsky.social ‘s thread, share and, if you are able to, do ate so that it can be kept in the public realm
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-save-...
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www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-save-...
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February 13, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Please read @tessmachling.bsky.social ‘s thread, share and, if you are able to, do ate so that it can be kept in the public realm
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-save-...
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www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-save-...
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On 16 April, we co-host 'History and Archives in Practice, 2026' with @ihr.bsky.social, The National Archives, and University of Sheffield Library.
For #HAP26 our theme is: ‘Shaping Societies, Improving Lives: the Impact of Archives and Historical Research’ bit.ly/4tvKUnX. Booking now #Skystorians
For #HAP26 our theme is: ‘Shaping Societies, Improving Lives: the Impact of Archives and Historical Research’ bit.ly/4tvKUnX. Booking now #Skystorians
‘Shaping Societies, Improving Lives’: programme and booking for ‘History and Archives in Practice, 2026’ now available - RHS
On Thursday 16 April 2026, the Royal Historical Society joins with The National Archives, Institute ofHistorical Research and University of Sheffield Library to co-host the this year’s History and Arc...
bit.ly
February 12, 2026 at 8:25 AM
On 16 April, we co-host 'History and Archives in Practice, 2026' with @ihr.bsky.social, The National Archives, and University of Sheffield Library.
For #HAP26 our theme is: ‘Shaping Societies, Improving Lives: the Impact of Archives and Historical Research’ bit.ly/4tvKUnX. Booking now #Skystorians
For #HAP26 our theme is: ‘Shaping Societies, Improving Lives: the Impact of Archives and Historical Research’ bit.ly/4tvKUnX. Booking now #Skystorians
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We have more Skills Training in Archival Research (STAR) workshops coming up!
Join staff at The London Archives for a hands-on workshop designed to help postgrad students and researchers make the most of archival collections.
📍 The London Archives
📅 1 April + 3 June
🕛️ 1-4:30pm
Join staff at The London Archives for a hands-on workshop designed to help postgrad students and researchers make the most of archival collections.
📍 The London Archives
📅 1 April + 3 June
🕛️ 1-4:30pm
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.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
February 10, 2026 at 8:45 AM
We have more Skills Training in Archival Research (STAR) workshops coming up!
Join staff at The London Archives for a hands-on workshop designed to help postgrad students and researchers make the most of archival collections.
📍 The London Archives
📅 1 April + 3 June
🕛️ 1-4:30pm
Join staff at The London Archives for a hands-on workshop designed to help postgrad students and researchers make the most of archival collections.
📍 The London Archives
📅 1 April + 3 June
🕛️ 1-4:30pm
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We are delighted to welcome the award-winning novelist and storyteller Elif Shafak to Senate House this evening for the 2026 National Humanities Lecture.
The lecture begins at 6pm UK time and will be live streamed. We will share the link later today.
More details 👉 https://bit.ly/3KgvXEB
The lecture begins at 6pm UK time and will be live streamed. We will share the link later today.
More details 👉 https://bit.ly/3KgvXEB
February 3, 2026 at 1:05 PM
We are delighted to welcome the award-winning novelist and storyteller Elif Shafak to Senate House this evening for the 2026 National Humanities Lecture.
The lecture begins at 6pm UK time and will be live streamed. We will share the link later today.
More details 👉 https://bit.ly/3KgvXEB
The lecture begins at 6pm UK time and will be live streamed. We will share the link later today.
More details 👉 https://bit.ly/3KgvXEB
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Our FREE Spotlight on The Africa Centre🌍
Celebrating 60 years of African creativity, activism & community in London. From Black artists & thinkers to historic movements, explore the legacy through the archives.
📅 9 Feb - 2 Jul 2026 📍 The London Archives 🎟️ Free
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/display-sp...
Celebrating 60 years of African creativity, activism & community in London. From Black artists & thinkers to historic movements, explore the legacy through the archives.
📅 9 Feb - 2 Jul 2026 📍 The London Archives 🎟️ Free
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/display-sp...
Display: Spotlight on The Africa Centre
Explore our special display celebrating the rich history and cultural impact of The Africa Centre, founded in 1961.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
February 3, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Our FREE Spotlight on The Africa Centre🌍
Celebrating 60 years of African creativity, activism & community in London. From Black artists & thinkers to historic movements, explore the legacy through the archives.
📅 9 Feb - 2 Jul 2026 📍 The London Archives 🎟️ Free
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/display-sp...
Celebrating 60 years of African creativity, activism & community in London. From Black artists & thinkers to historic movements, explore the legacy through the archives.
📅 9 Feb - 2 Jul 2026 📍 The London Archives 🎟️ Free
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/display-sp...
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🚨 Vacancy alert! 🚨 www.sal.org.uk/about-us/vac...
Join us as our Museum Collections Manager and be in charge of a globally important Museum Collection including, but not limited to, Roman, Greek & Egyptian artefacts, Prehistoric & Romano-British Antiquities, Ango-Saxon & Viking objects, & more!
Join us as our Museum Collections Manager and be in charge of a globally important Museum Collection including, but not limited to, Roman, Greek & Egyptian artefacts, Prehistoric & Romano-British Antiquities, Ango-Saxon & Viking objects, & more!
January 29, 2026 at 2:16 PM
🚨 Vacancy alert! 🚨 www.sal.org.uk/about-us/vac...
Join us as our Museum Collections Manager and be in charge of a globally important Museum Collection including, but not limited to, Roman, Greek & Egyptian artefacts, Prehistoric & Romano-British Antiquities, Ango-Saxon & Viking objects, & more!
Join us as our Museum Collections Manager and be in charge of a globally important Museum Collection including, but not limited to, Roman, Greek & Egyptian artefacts, Prehistoric & Romano-British Antiquities, Ango-Saxon & Viking objects, & more!
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Looking After the Archivist: Reducing Risks of Secondary Trauma
This talk is designed to raise awareness of secondary trauma and introduce trauma-informed approaches that institutions can implement to better protect and support staff.
Book your space: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/looking-af...
This talk is designed to raise awareness of secondary trauma and introduce trauma-informed approaches that institutions can implement to better protect and support staff.
Book your space: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/looking-af...
Looking After the Archivist: Reducing Risks of Secondary Trauma
Join Anna Sexton's talk on Looking After the Archivist: Approaches to Reducing the Risks of Secondary Trauma
www.eventbrite.co.uk
January 29, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Looking After the Archivist: Reducing Risks of Secondary Trauma
This talk is designed to raise awareness of secondary trauma and introduce trauma-informed approaches that institutions can implement to better protect and support staff.
Book your space: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/looking-af...
This talk is designed to raise awareness of secondary trauma and introduce trauma-informed approaches that institutions can implement to better protect and support staff.
Book your space: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/looking-af...
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We are looking for a new Joint Book Reviews Editor to join our editorial board. They would cover the period from 1800, working alongside Kirstin Barnard, who covers the medieval/early modern period.
You can check out the full Call for Expressions of Interest here; and please do also share widely.
You can check out the full Call for Expressions of Interest here; and please do also share widely.
thelondonjournal.org
January 22, 2026 at 11:03 AM
We are looking for a new Joint Book Reviews Editor to join our editorial board. They would cover the period from 1800, working alongside Kirstin Barnard, who covers the medieval/early modern period.
You can check out the full Call for Expressions of Interest here; and please do also share widely.
You can check out the full Call for Expressions of Interest here; and please do also share widely.
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Our friends at UCL are hosting an event examining how archives, libraries, and museums underpin a functioning democracy: www.ucl.ac.uk/laws/events/...
The State of the United States: Safeguarding Knowledge: When Memory Becomes Political
This event is organised by the UCL Global Centre for Democratic Constitutionalism.
www.ucl.ac.uk
January 29, 2026 at 2:52 PM
Our friends at UCL are hosting an event examining how archives, libraries, and museums underpin a functioning democracy: www.ucl.ac.uk/laws/events/...
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We're hiring!
Join our team on a project to share stories from our rural film archives with different audiences.
Find out more and apply today:
jobs.reading.ac.uk/Job/JobDetai...
Join our team on a project to share stories from our rural film archives with different audiences.
Find out more and apply today:
jobs.reading.ac.uk/Job/JobDetai...
Engagement Officer (BFI Project) :London Road Reading, UK
Part Time / Fixed Term till 30th October 2026
jobs.reading.ac.uk
January 28, 2026 at 1:38 PM
We're hiring!
Join our team on a project to share stories from our rural film archives with different audiences.
Find out more and apply today:
jobs.reading.ac.uk/Job/JobDetai...
Join our team on a project to share stories from our rural film archives with different audiences.
Find out more and apply today:
jobs.reading.ac.uk/Job/JobDetai...
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Very exciting job announcement! Permanent early medieval (Britain and/or Europe) teaching post at KCL. I know first-hand that this is a great opportunity to work with amazing colleagues and students. www.kcl.ac.uk/jobs/136727-...
Lecturer in Early Medieval History | King's College London
www.kcl.ac.uk
January 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Very exciting job announcement! Permanent early medieval (Britain and/or Europe) teaching post at KCL. I know first-hand that this is a great opportunity to work with amazing colleagues and students. www.kcl.ac.uk/jobs/136727-...
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Join us on 19 February for a free online workshop exploring black activist publishing. In partnership with People's Papers and the Institute of Race Relations. Details below 👇
Save the date! Join us for an online archival workshop with @gpadmoreinstitute.bsky.social and @irrnews.bsky.social to explore the materials and histories of Black activist publishing in the UK from the 1970s: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/archival-w...
January 28, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Join us on 19 February for a free online workshop exploring black activist publishing. In partnership with People's Papers and the Institute of Race Relations. Details below 👇
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A reminder that our Postgraduate Essay and Bursary prizes are now open for applications! Deadline for submissions 17 March 2026
See the BAIS website for details on how to enter and eligibility:
irishstudies.co.uk/prizes-and-f...
See the BAIS website for details on how to enter and eligibility:
irishstudies.co.uk/prizes-and-f...
Prizes and Funding
BAIS Book Prize The 2026 BAIS Book Prize is now open. We invite submissions of single-author monographs published in 2025. All areas of Irish Studies across a range of disciplines are welcome.…
irishstudies.co.uk
January 28, 2026 at 10:50 AM
A reminder that our Postgraduate Essay and Bursary prizes are now open for applications! Deadline for submissions 17 March 2026
See the BAIS website for details on how to enter and eligibility:
irishstudies.co.uk/prizes-and-f...
See the BAIS website for details on how to enter and eligibility:
irishstudies.co.uk/prizes-and-f...
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There's still time to join us at the Annual George Padmore Institute Lecture on 5 February. This free event will reveal the hidden story of a key player in Jamaica's history. Frank Hill was a journalist, activist and as noteworthy as contemporaries such as CLR James.
Details 👇
Details 👇
Happy 2026! Celebrate our 35th anniversary year with us at the second Annual George Padmore Institute Lecture. Professor Matthew J Smith will talk about Frank Hill, a key figure in the creation of an independent Jamaica.
📅 5 February 2026
⏰ 18:00-19:30
📍QMUL Mile End
💰 Free
🎟 tinyurl.com/QMSmith
📅 5 February 2026
⏰ 18:00-19:30
📍QMUL Mile End
💰 Free
🎟 tinyurl.com/QMSmith
The Second Annual George Padmore Institute Lecture: Matthew J Smith
‘Pressing Against Babel: Frank Hill and the Creation Story of Jamaica’
tinyurl.com
January 28, 2026 at 10:25 AM
There's still time to join us at the Annual George Padmore Institute Lecture on 5 February. This free event will reveal the hidden story of a key player in Jamaica's history. Frank Hill was a journalist, activist and as noteworthy as contemporaries such as CLR James.
Details 👇
Details 👇
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We have volunteering opportunities on our Stock Exchange Annual Report project. Please contact us if you are interested!
This started in 2008 & is run by volunteers. The aim is to index all Stock Exchange Company Reports working backwards from 1965 to about 1880. We are up to 1927/28 at present.
This started in 2008 & is run by volunteers. The aim is to index all Stock Exchange Company Reports working backwards from 1965 to about 1880. We are up to 1927/28 at present.
January 27, 2026 at 2:27 PM
We have volunteering opportunities on our Stock Exchange Annual Report project. Please contact us if you are interested!
This started in 2008 & is run by volunteers. The aim is to index all Stock Exchange Company Reports working backwards from 1965 to about 1880. We are up to 1927/28 at present.
This started in 2008 & is run by volunteers. The aim is to index all Stock Exchange Company Reports working backwards from 1965 to about 1880. We are up to 1927/28 at present.
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Calling archivists, researchers & heritage professionals!
Join us online on Wednesday 25 February (1PM) to learn about the responsibilities and considerations involved when providing access to records related to traumatic histories:
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/working-wi...
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Join us online on Wednesday 25 February (1PM) to learn about the responsibilities and considerations involved when providing access to records related to traumatic histories:
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/working-wi...
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January 26, 2026 at 5:53 PM
Calling archivists, researchers & heritage professionals!
Join us online on Wednesday 25 February (1PM) to learn about the responsibilities and considerations involved when providing access to records related to traumatic histories:
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/working-wi...
(1/2)
Join us online on Wednesday 25 February (1PM) to learn about the responsibilities and considerations involved when providing access to records related to traumatic histories:
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/working-wi...
(1/2)
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*JOBS KLAXON* - a fantastic opportunity to work on the NMCT-funded project to conserve Winchester Cathedral account and court rolls, late 13th century to c1540 at the terrific Hampshire Archives. Spread the word!
careers.newjob.org.uk/HCC/job/Winc...
careers.newjob.org.uk/HCC/job/Winc...
Assistant Conservator
Assistant Conservator
careers.newjob.org.uk
January 23, 2026 at 4:08 PM
*JOBS KLAXON* - a fantastic opportunity to work on the NMCT-funded project to conserve Winchester Cathedral account and court rolls, late 13th century to c1540 at the terrific Hampshire Archives. Spread the word!
careers.newjob.org.uk/HCC/job/Winc...
careers.newjob.org.uk/HCC/job/Winc...
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📢JOYCE YOUINGS LECTURE 2025-26 IS NEXT WEEK📢
Prof. Jane Whittle: Work & gender, status & power: the surprising history of everyday chores in early modern England
🗓️ 28 January, 3pm, followed by drinks reception
📍 Uni of Exeter & Zoom
🗃️ All welcome, register here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-joyce-...
Prof. Jane Whittle: Work & gender, status & power: the surprising history of everyday chores in early modern England
🗓️ 28 January, 3pm, followed by drinks reception
📍 Uni of Exeter & Zoom
🗃️ All welcome, register here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-joyce-...
The Joyce Youings Memorial Lecture 2025-6: Professor Jane Whittle
Work and gender, status and power: the surprising history of everyday chores in early modern England.
www.eventbrite.com
January 23, 2026 at 9:20 AM
📢JOYCE YOUINGS LECTURE 2025-26 IS NEXT WEEK📢
Prof. Jane Whittle: Work & gender, status & power: the surprising history of everyday chores in early modern England
🗓️ 28 January, 3pm, followed by drinks reception
📍 Uni of Exeter & Zoom
🗃️ All welcome, register here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-joyce-...
Prof. Jane Whittle: Work & gender, status & power: the surprising history of everyday chores in early modern England
🗓️ 28 January, 3pm, followed by drinks reception
📍 Uni of Exeter & Zoom
🗃️ All welcome, register here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-joyce-...
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MA members in Wales, it's your last chance to apply for a range of opportunities to get involved with us at the MA 🗓️
We're looking for one new trustee, two member representatives and three stakeholder committee members based in Wales 📍
Find out more about each role and apply by 27 January 👇
We're looking for one new trustee, two member representatives and three stakeholder committee members based in Wales 📍
Find out more about each role and apply by 27 January 👇
Opportunities for MA members in Wales - Museums Association
Three different ways to contribute to and engage with the Museums Association and our members in Wales
www.museumsassociation.org
January 23, 2026 at 10:01 AM
MA members in Wales, it's your last chance to apply for a range of opportunities to get involved with us at the MA 🗓️
We're looking for one new trustee, two member representatives and three stakeholder committee members based in Wales 📍
Find out more about each role and apply by 27 January 👇
We're looking for one new trustee, two member representatives and three stakeholder committee members based in Wales 📍
Find out more about each role and apply by 27 January 👇
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Has your archive successfully generated income using practical and creative initiatives?
Apply to be a speaker in our fundraising webinar series by 31 January: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/EJERFR/
This is a fantastic way to showcase your brilliant work and share best practice with the wider sector!
Apply to be a speaker in our fundraising webinar series by 31 January: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/EJERFR/
This is a fantastic way to showcase your brilliant work and share best practice with the wider sector!
January 19, 2026 at 11:31 AM
Has your archive successfully generated income using practical and creative initiatives?
Apply to be a speaker in our fundraising webinar series by 31 January: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/EJERFR/
This is a fantastic way to showcase your brilliant work and share best practice with the wider sector!
Apply to be a speaker in our fundraising webinar series by 31 January: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/EJERFR/
This is a fantastic way to showcase your brilliant work and share best practice with the wider sector!
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The portal for submitting a paper for our call for papers for ARA Conference 2026 is now open.
The theme this year is 'Authenticity'
All presentations in person in Glasgow 5-7 August.
Go to: openingdoors-ara2026.eventsair.site/call-for-pap... for full details
The theme this year is 'Authenticity'
All presentations in person in Glasgow 5-7 August.
Go to: openingdoors-ara2026.eventsair.site/call-for-pap... for full details
Call for Papers
2026 Annual Conference of the Archives and Records Association (UK & Ireland)
openingdoors-ara2026.eventsair.site
January 19, 2026 at 3:15 PM
The portal for submitting a paper for our call for papers for ARA Conference 2026 is now open.
The theme this year is 'Authenticity'
All presentations in person in Glasgow 5-7 August.
Go to: openingdoors-ara2026.eventsair.site/call-for-pap... for full details
The theme this year is 'Authenticity'
All presentations in person in Glasgow 5-7 August.
Go to: openingdoors-ara2026.eventsair.site/call-for-pap... for full details