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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 1d

60,000 museum professionals. 130+ countries. One network. Be a part of the conversation - Join ICOM UK today. 🌍#ICOMUK #MuseumNetwork #GlobalMuseums #Museum

Membership - ICOM UK

Applications are open for ICOM UK membership for 2026! Become a member of the only museum alliance with a dedicated international focus and join a global network of more than 57,000 museum…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 2d

🚨 Closing Soon, Last Chance to Apply! 🚨We’re still accepting applications for our Membership and Admin Officer role.
This is an incredible opportunity to represent and support a global network of museum professionals 🌍✨#museum #admin #culture #membership #charity #freelance

ICOM UK Membership & Administration Officer (Freelance) Vacancy - ICOM UK

A new and exciting chance has come up to join the ICOM UK team! ICOM UK is seeking a dedicated Membership & Administration Officer to oversee our membership processes and broader administrative…

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The Art Newspaper @theartnewspaper.bsky.social · 7d

Unesco has launched a Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects, presenting looted artefacts in 3D form. Designed by architect Francis Kéré, the project was funded by Saudi Arabia.

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 5d

🎉 Yesterday marked a milestone with the first-ever in-person event for our Student and Emerging Professionals Group at the @museumofthehome. 🏛️ The day was filled with inspiration through interactive workshops exploring our impact 💡🌍 What future events would you like to see?
#Students #Museum #event

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 7d

🎉 #Membership for 2026 is now available!
🪪 Renew or Join #ICOMUK today - support your museum career, and grow your international network - at every stage. 🌍Join ICOM and access a range of resources, discounted exhibition entries and exclusive events in the UK and Internationally #global #museums

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 8d

🌍 ICOM's Standing Committee of Ethics (ETHCOM) is hosting a Global Webinar on the Revision of the ICOM Code of Ethics for Museums on 6 October.
🗣️ This is a unique opportunity to engage in global dialogue about the ethical responsibilities of museums today.
#ICOM #Museums #ethics #ICOMUK#ICOM2025

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 9d

🎉Our first-ever in-person Student & Emerging Professionals event is happening THIS week! Network with peers, Explore the @museumofthehome.bsky.social, and See if our community is right for you.
#EmergingProfessionals #Networking #Home #Students #Event #Museum #ICOMUKSEP

ICOM UK S&EP In-Person Event: At Home with Museums - ICOM UK

This article was written by ICOM UK’s Student and Emerging Professionals Group. Event Title: At Home with Museums: Building Futures Together Location: In-Person @‌ The Museum of the Home Time: 2nd of…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 9d

🌍✊ From risk to response: the heritage sector is tackling illicit trafficking through collaboration, tech innovation, and community action.

#CulturalHeritage #Museum #heritage #IllicitTrafficking

From Risk to Response - How The Heritage Sector Addresses Illicit Trafficking

We are very proud to present the new publication "From Risk to Response - How The Heritage Sector Addresses Illicit Trafficking". The publication is part of the Horizon project Aurora (Artwork Unique…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 10d

🇫🇷➡️🇬🇧 The British Museum is launching a Bayeux Tapestry National Programme to coincide with its historic loan from France (Sept 2026–July 2027), and is now calling for cultural partners across the UK.
#BayeuxTapestry #Museums #Heritage #france #uk

British Museum calls for Bayeux Tapestry partners - Museums Association

Institution is hoping to create 'truly national moment' to coincide with historic loan

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 11d

📦 🏃Archaeologists in Gaza evacuated thousands of artifacts from the al-Kawthar building due to an Israeli airstrike warning. In a six-hour operation, about 70% of the collection from sites like the St. Hilarion Monastery were rescued. #gaza #archaeology #ancient #evacuation

Archaeologists in Gaza Rushed to Rescue Thousands of Ancient Artifacts From an Impending Airstrike

In just six hours, workers evacuated 70 percent of the historic collection, including objects from one of the Middle East's oldest Christian monasteries. The remaining 30 percent was lost in the…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 11d

📣Attention #Freelancers! We're hiring a Membership and Administration Officer. This flexible role supports our global community with your organisational and administrative skills. Passionate about the heritage sector? Apply now #museum #admin #culture #membership

ICOM UK Membership & Administration Officer (Freelance) Vacancy - ICOM UK

A new and exciting chance has come up to join the ICOM UK team! ICOM UK is seeking a dedicated Membership & Administration Officer to oversee our membership processes and broader administrative…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 12d

🔖 Celebrating 25 years of ICOM Red Lists, ICOM launches a global survey to assess their impact and guide future efforts. 📝🏺These lists are crucial tools against illegal cultural object trafficking. 📌Respond by 10 November #icom #redlist #culturalheritage #museum #survey

ICOM launches survey to help shape the future of the ICOM Red Lists - International Council of Museums

A global organisation of museums & museum professionals committed to the promotion and protection of cultural heritage

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 13d

🙋🏻Ready to shape the UK's museum sector? ICOM UK is hiring! We're seeking a highly organised Membership and Administration Officer. Join us to support a global organisation representing over 40,000 museum professionals in 140+ countries and 31 committees. #museum #admin #culture #membership #charity

ICOM UK Membership & Administration Officer (Freelance) Vacancy - ICOM UK

A new and exciting chance has come up to join the ICOM UK team! ICOM UK is seeking a dedicated Membership & Administration Officer to oversee our membership processes and broader administrative…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 14d

💼✨ICOM UK members can apply for bursaries to explore research opportunities abroad. Dress historian Dr. Danielle Sprecher used a bursary to delve into New York archives and visit 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style' at @metmuseum.org, which inspired this year's #MetGala #fashion

ICOM UK Bursary Spotlight: Danielle Sprecher at The MET- Superfine: Tailoring Black Style - ICOM UK

Danielle Sprecher, Menswear Archive Curator at the Westminster Menswear Archive and a recipient of ICOM UK’s Bursary Scheme, shares his experience in New York visiting The Met, the Museum at the…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 15d

Armed conflict is one of the greatest threats to cultural heritage worldwide.
Museums have no borders - but when war threatens heritage, networks matter. With 45,000+ ICOM members across 140+ countries, we act fast. Read our new article led by Maria Blyzinsky, ICOM UK Co-Chair. buff.ly/C6sAt0J

ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 16d

Join us for our first Student & Emerging Professionals Group event at the @museumofthehome.bsky.social. This is a great chance to connect with peers and see if we're the right fit for you.🌟Already a member?🎉Meet peers in person and share ideas! #museum #student #event#icomuk

ICOM UK S&EP In-Person Event: At Home with Museums - ICOM UK

This article was written by ICOM UK’s Student and Emerging Professionals Group. Event Title: At Home with Museums: Building Futures Together Location: In-Person @‌ The Museum of the Home Time: 2nd of…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 17d

🏛️🏗️ The National Gallery in London is launching an international architecture competition for a new £375 million wing and public realm upgrades under "Project Domani," aiming for a major expansion and transformation. #nationalgallery #london #architecture #arts #culture buff.ly/VgBjFrn

National Gallery contest invites architects to design £375m ‘transformation’ - Arts Professional

The National Gallery is to embark on the "largest transformation" in its 200 years, with the creation of an entirely new wing. Architects from across the globe are to be invited to design the…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 18d

🏛️🌱Art Fund, HERDS, and @designmuseum.bsky.social have created a toolkit to help museums reduce their environmental impact in public programs. This resource aids museum professionals in developing greener initiatives and effectively communicating the climate crisis #sustainability #museum #eco

Reducing Environmental Impact in Public Programming - ICOM UK

This article was first published by Art Fund. Art Fund, in collaboration with THE HERDS and the Design Museum, have published a toolkit with practical guidance on environmental responsibility for…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 19d

📦🗂️ The Contemporary Collecting Network invites proposals for its annual Showcase on 26 November 2025, 1-2pm GMT. This event is for museum professionals, researchers, artists, and community partners to share projects and ideas about contemporary collecting #museum #collections

Call for Papers: Contemporary Collecting Network Showcase 2025

The Contemporary Collecting Network invites proposals for contributions to its second annual Showcase event, which will take place on 26 November 2025, 1-2pm GMT. This event is an opportunity for m…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 20d

🎨🖌️ The Centre for Contemporary Arts Tashkent (CCA) in Uzbekistan has launched its first-year program. The centre is the region’s first permanent institution for contemporary art and research. The year will feature residencies, youth programs, and diverse public events. #art #culture

Centre for Contemporary Art Tashkent – Cultural Hub in Uzbekistan

The Centre for Contemporary Art Tashkent (CCA) is being transformed into a dynamic hub for contemporary culture in Central Asia, preserving Tashkent’s cultural and architectural identity.

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 21d

🚨 We are #hiring!🚨
👩🏻💻 Do you have administrative experience, strong organisational skills, and a passion for museums? We're seeking a Membership and Administrative Officer to join our team!
📌 Applications due 13th October
#museum #admin #culture #membership #charity #freelance

ICOM UK Membership & Administration Officer (Freelance) Vacancy - ICOM UK

A new and exciting opportunity has come about to join the ICOM UK team! We are seeking a dedicated Membership & Administration Officer to oversee our membership processes and broader administrative…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 22d

🪙 Meet Sandra Santos, Digital Collections Manager at The Courtauld Gallery, whose participation in #IIIF2025, made possible by the #ICOMUK Bursary, has contributed to fostering innovation and exploring cutting-edge developments within the #GLAM sector.
#museum #event #funding #courtauld

ICOM UK Bursary Spotlight: Sandra Santos at the IIIF Annual Conference 2025 - ICOM UK

Sandra Santos, Digital Collections Manager at The Courtauld Gallery and a recipient of ICOM UK’s Bursary Scheme, reflects on her time at the IIIF (International Image Interoperability Framework)…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 23d

Want to impact the heritage sector early in your career? 🫵 Ready for your voice to drive change while you're still studying? 📣 Register for our inaugural #Student and Emerging Professional event on October 2nd at the Museum of the Home #museum #event buff.ly/snmopI4 buff.ly/iXKgB7b

ICOM UK S&EP In-Person Event: At Home with Museums - ICOM UK

This article was written by ICOM UK’s Student and Emerging Professionals Group. Event Title: At Home with Museums: Building Futures Together Location: In-Person @‌Museum of the Home Time: 2nd of…

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 24d

🌍 The next session for 'Museum Mutuals' has been announced!
🖼️ The event will focus on the exhibition 'European Realities', which presented a pan-European view of 1920s art as part of Chemnitz European Capital of Culture 2025.
📌16 September, 3-4pm CEST
#museum #collaboration #exhibition

Current - Agency for International Museum Cooperation

Connecting Ideas, People, and Museums.

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ICOM UK @icomuk.bsky.social · 25d

🤝 Bristol Museum & Art Gallery has formally returned 33 culturally significant objects to the Larrakia People as part of Australia’s Return of Cultural Heritage programme led by AIATSIS. #bristol #australia #repatriation #museum
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Bristol Museum returns 33 objects via Australian repatriation programme - Museums + Heritage

Alistair Hardaker Image: A screenshot from a video of the event (AIATSIS)

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