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  • Last updated: January 23rd 2023

Sector Stories

Be inspired and learn about the amazing work being undertaken by museums and galleries across Scotland, through stories, case studies, and insights.

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Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, National Trust for Scotland
Burns, Scots, and schools: engagement at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
Find out how students and the Museum team benefited from long term engagement during this Workforce for the Future project.
A white flag. Printed on the flag in blue are the words 'Scottish Maritime Museum' and an illustration of a ship.
Scotland wide
Resilient approaches in museums across Scotland
We’ve collated a selection of resilience stories from across Scotland’s museums and galleries to highlight some of this work and inspire other organisations. These examples demonstrate collaboration, innovation, skills development, audience development, and entrepreneurial thinking.
A black plastic tub containing objects associated with Scottish football in the mid-20th century. This includes a leather football, a football boot, a cap, and a wooden rattle.
Scottish Football Museum
Football Memories: from pilot scheme to national programme
Football Memories started in 2009 with a simple idea: to tackle social isolation by setting up reminiscence groups. Curator Richard McBrearty reflects on how the project has grown from an MGS-funded pilot to a national programme which benefits thousands of people.
A pair of blue wool socks displayed on a red and green tartan blanket.
Glenesk Folk Museum
Flock to Sock
In this video case study we hear from Museum Development Officer Julie Cave about Glenesk Folk Museum's Flock to Sock project.
An ornate gold chalice positioned between two display panels which contain medallions.
Brodick Castle, National Trust for Scotland
Hidden treasures: developing skills and confidence in collections
Collections are at the heart of museum work. Find out how investing in the documentation and display of Napoleonic coins enabled the team at Brodick Castle to gain new expertise and strengthen their connections with other heritage organisations.
A wooded area with a path running through, and wild flowers.
The Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum
Using outdoor spaces to diversify audiences and benefit nature
This case study explores the value of creating an outdoor space for engaging visitors and the local community, as well as attracting new audiences while also benefiting the local biodiversity.
A large group of people wearing hi-vis vests are standing and sitting in front of a replica crannog and smiling at the camera.
The Scottish Crannog Centre
Creating an equitable museum workplace
Rachel Backshall, Assistant Director at The Scottish Crannog Centre talks about the museum's approach to Fair Work and how they have created an equitable workplace where everyone can participate, express themselves, contribute, and feel valued.
Two children with brown hair, light skin tone, wearing yellow t-shirts are stool next to a large green pinboard with drawings and handwritten text on it.
University of Stirling Art Collection
Creating new ways to develop awareness of museums
Staff at the University of Stirling Art Collection worked with St Mungo's Primary School in Alloa to create new ways to display knowledge and develop museum awareness with schoolchildren.
A group of adults are standing in a museum collections store. The person in the centre of the group is holding a mug and reading the engraving on the bottom of the mug out to the rest of the group.
Museums & Galleries Edinburgh
Conservation for Wellbeing
In this video case study we hear from Collections Care Officer, Gwen Thomas and Outreach and Access Manager, Ria Sloan who share the successes and learnings from Museums & Galleries Edinburgh Conservation for Wellbeing pilot project.
White walls with paintings on them and a sculpture in an alcove next to a wooden chair. White lights hang from the ceiling with bright white spotlights on the artwork.
Pier Arts Centre
Converting gallery lighting to LED
In this case study The Pier Arts Centre explains the process for converting their gallery lighting from halogen lamps/bulbs to LED.
An adult with light skin, medium-length brown hair, and a brown beard tills soil in a herb garden full of green plants.
Abbotsford
The THRIVE project: supporting wellbeing through heritage volunteering
Heritage Engagement Manager Dr Sandra Mackenzie highlights how the THRIVE project blends volunteering, employability, and creative activities to deliver valuable wellbeing support to people living with mental health challenges.
An orchestra stands for applause in front of rows of seated people.
V&A Dundee
People power: the impact of health and wellbeing engagement
Museum events and activities can have a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of communities. Peter Nurick, Communities Producer at V&A Dundee, shares how large-scale events have amplified their vibrant public engagement programmes.