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NMDC submits evidence to Rural Tourism inquiry 06/09/2016
NMDC has submitted evidence to the Environmental, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee inquiry into rural tourism. »more
NMDC response to the EU referendum result 07/07/2016
NMDC members pledge to continue to provide a safe, inclusive and egalitarian space for all members of the communities they serve. »more
Why local museums matter 06/06/2016
Diane Lees writes for the magazine 'First' about how local government can support museums. »more
A Wealth of Treasures 02/06/2016
The British Council commissioned NMDC to produce a brochure to showcase the breadth of collections held by UK museums to potential international museum partnerships. "A Wealth of Treasures" was launched at the British Embassy in Washington on 27th May. »more
New directors interviewed 05/05/2016
Frances Morris and Gabriele Finaldi tell the press about their visions for their institutions. »more
Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee inquiry submission 05/05/2016
Read a synopsis of our submission. »more
Select Committee Inquiry into funding culture in the regions 06/04/2016
The Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee has launched a new ‘Countries of Culture’ inquiry. »more
NMDC response to DCMS culture white paper 23/03/2016
NMDC welcomes the white paper’s recognition of the essential role culture plays in our society and economy. »more
'Striking the Balance' between public access and commercial reuse of digital content 05/02/2016
A new report commissioned by the NMDC from the Collections Trust examines how museums are balancing the twin aims of maximising public access to their digital content and promoting their own financial sustainability. »more
Exhibition and event highlights 2016 02/02/2016
A selection of highlights from our members' programmes, from major exhibitions to more unusual events. »more