The Treasure Trove Process
Learn how Scotland’s Treasure Trove system works, what the 2026 Code of Practice means for museums, and how to apply for finds, deposit objects, support public engagement and arrange loans.
Accreditation Returns Schedule
Explore the returns schedule for Accredited museums in Scotland and the museums with Working Towards Accreditation status.
Museum Futures panel: first stories
In this panel discussion, three museum Directors share candid stories and early reflections from their involvement in the Museum Futures programme. They highlight themes of leadership, capacity, innovation, and income generation.
Applying for Accreditation
Information on the application process for the Museum Accreditation Scheme and how to apply as a Scottish Museum.
How equity, discomfort, and change are influencing our HR practices
Reframing the Work is a series of staff conversations about embedding anti‑oppressive practice at MGS. This audio story highlights how HR applies data, training, and ongoing learning to support this work.
Innovative ideas for income generation
This series of photographs and interviews highlights how museums are generating income through innovative visitor experiences.
14 organisations share £130,947 through the Small Grants Fund awarded to support vital repairs and sustainable futures for Scotland’s museums
MGS awards £130,947 to 14 organisations share through the Small Grants Fund.
Circular Economy for Museums
FInd out about the circular economy and how museums can get maximum value out of the resources they consume.
Small Grants Fund
Accredited museums can apply for up to £15,000. This year, non-accredited museums will be able to apply for up to £10,000.
This fund is currently closed to applications and will reopen for expressions of interest in September.
Museum Development Fund
The Museum Development Fund supports museums to deliver medium-sized, strategic, sustainable development projects.
This fund is currently closed for the year.
Repair and Adaptation Fund
This new fund will support capital costs that directly increase the resilience or accessibility of museums through projects that address capital repair issues or adaptations. This fund will open to expressions of interest on 29 July 2026.
Knowledge Exchange: Removing Class Barriers with Museum as Muck
In this recorded Knowledge Exchange event Michelle McGrath, from Museum as Muck, explains class barriers within the museum workforce and explores how they can be dismantled.