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Advice and guidance on curating and managing collections.

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Collections Management

The importance of research
Welcoming external researchers
Introduction to disposal
Introduction to human remains in museums
Government Indemnity Scheme
Immunity from Seizure

Collections Care

Introduction to collections care
Protecting your textiles
Caring for paper collections
Caring for photographic collections
Preserving paintings and frames
Metal collections care

Environmental Monitoring

Introduction to environmental monitoring
Monitoring light and UV radiation
Identifying and reducing air pollution
Temperature and humidity in museums

Interpretation

Introduction to interpretation
Planning your interpretation
Interpretive aims and objectives
Why interpret?
What to interpret
Interpretive text
Digital Interpretation
Interpreting for your audience
Interpreting Multiple Meanings

Storage and Display

Introduction to storage and display materials
Choosing new display cases
Conservation and lighting
Creating and improving stores

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