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Temperature and humidity in museums
29th Nov 2011
Summary:
This advice sheet introduces the basics of monitoring the environmental factors of temperature and relative humidity. It will describe the equipment available, how it should be used, checked and cared for and what the results of monitoring might tell you.
Monitoring temperature and humidity in museums
29th Nov 2011
Summary:
This advice sheet introduces the basics of monitoring the environmental factors of temperature and relative humidity. It will describe the equipment available, how it should be used, checked and cared for and what the results of monitoring might tell you.
What is environmental monitoring?
29th Nov 2011
Summary:
This factsheet introduces the basics of environmental monitoring in museums, explaining what it is and why it is so important.
Monitoring light and UV radiation in museums
23rd Nov 2011
Summary:
This advice sheet aims to introduce the basics of monitoring the environmental factors of light and ultraviolet radiation. It will describe the equipment that is available to you, how to look after it and maintain it in good order and how to use it to best effect.
The effects of storage and display materials on museum objects
23rd Nov 2011
Summary:
An overview of the many materials which may seem suitable for storage or display purposes but which can cause serious
damage to museum collections.
Evaluation Report Guidance
28th Oct 2011
Summary:
Guidance on completing your evaluation report for grants over £2,000
Guidelines for the care of human remains in Scottish museum collections
13th Apr 2011
Summary:
Scotland-specific guidelines for the care of human remains in museum collections including their care, associated ethics, display, use and issues around repatriation requests. It also includes comprehensive legal guidelines in a Scottish context.
Example of an individual learning plan for Volunteer Co-ordinator internship
16th Feb 2011
Summary:
Example of an individual learning plan for Volunteer Co-ordinator internship on the MGS Interns Programme.
Small Grant: Application Checklist
11th Jan 2011
Summary:
Application checklist for small grant applications
