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 to attend for those working in or with museums in the Midlands 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 and Code of Conduct.
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 you are not from a priority museum on the understanding we may ask you to release your place if the event becomes oversubscribed.
Roots and Branches: Carbon Literacy for Museums
Thursday 22 October 2026
A Carbon Literacy Course will give you an understanding of what climate change is, the scale of its effects, and how museums fit into the global, national...
Roots and Branches: Carbon Literacy for Museums at Great North Museum: Hancock
Monday 9 November 2026
A Carbon Literacy Course will give you an understanding of what climate change is, the scale of its effects, and how museums fit into the global, national...
Roots and Branches: Connect for Climate
Wednesday 11 November 2026
Join a growing community of museum people who are taking climate action, at our peer-learning sessions.
Roots and branches - Action in Practice: Demystifying Retrofit and Adaptation in Museum Buildings
Tuesday 17 November 2026
Navigating the balance of current and future needs of audiences, collections and buildings is difficult in light of the changing climate. This session will...
Roots and Branches - Carbon literacy for Museums: Trainer Support Session
Tuesday 24 November 2026
These sessions are designed to support people who have already undertaken Carbon Literacy to roll out training in their museums.
Roots and Branches: Connect for Climate
Tuesday 8 December 2026
Join a growing community of museum people who are taking climate action, at our peer-learning sessions.
Roots and Branches - Carbon literacy for Museums: Trainer Support Session
Tuesday 19 January 2027
This 2-hour online session is designed to support people who have already undertaken Carbon Literacy to roll out training using the Carbon Literacy for...
Roots and Branches: Carbon Literacy for Museums
Tuesday 2 February 2027
Engaging in sector-specific foundational learning about climate change and its impacts, and how museums fit into the global, national, local and sector...
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