MDM provides a wide range of training and events for museums in the Midlands. Browse our upcoming events below, as well as those from other sector organisations.
Our MDM events are free and can be identified by our logo on the event image. Alternatively use the ‘Filter by content type’ below and select ‘MDM’.
Before registering for a MDM training session please read our Booking terms and conditions.
We will prioritise bookings from staff and volunteers at Accredited Museums and museums officially Working Towards Accreditation which are not National museums or National Portfolio Organisations (NPO). You’re welcome to book a place if your are not from a priority museum on the understanding we may ask you to release your place if the event becomes oversubscribed.
Collections Trust Online Symposium: Documentation in Practice
Wednesday 23 April 2025
Collections Trust and the Museum Development England Network are working in partnership to deliver this online collections symposium
Emergency Planning Workshop
Monday 28 April 2025
This workshop will consider how to write or review your Emergency Plan to meet the requirements of the Museum Accreditation scheme.
Coffee and Connect - 'Meet the MDM 2025/26 Programme'
Tuesday 29 April 2025
Coffee and Connect are informal sessions offering sector insights and the opportunity to network with colleagues from across the Midlands area. Join the MDM...
Introduction to Spectrum
Wednesday 30 April 2025
Collections Trust will discuss the Spectrum 5.1 requirements and guidance and how these might be applied by an organisation.
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SEND in Museums
Thursday 1 May 2025
FULLY BOOKED
Welcoming visitors with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) at your museum.
FULLY BOOKED
A brief introduction to Object Entry
Wednesday 7 May 2025
This is the second event in the new National programme delivered in partnership between the Collections Trust and Museum Development England.
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Green Narratives Programme Information Event
Wednesday 7 May 2025
This information event is the ideal opportunity the learn more about Museum Development Midlands' upcoming Green Narratives programme.
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Policy, Procedure or Plan?
Thursday 8 May 2025
A look at the role of policies, procedures and plans in collections management and where to find guidance for this.
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