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.
Collections Trust: A brief introduction to location audits
Wednesday 26 August 2026
This session is part of an event series run by Collections Trust and Museum Development England.
Coffee and Connect - Local Government Reorganisation Peer Support
Tuesday 8 September 2026
Coffee and Connect are informal sessions offering sector insights and the opportunity to network with colleagues from across the Midlands area.
Tuesday 8 September 2026
Burnout in Museums: Designing Organisations that Reduce Burnout
Thursday 10 September 2026
FULLY BOOKED
This session aims to support leaders to better understand burnout and explore practical organisational approaches to preventing it.
Roots and Branches: Carbon Literacy for Museums at London Transport Museum
Friday 11 September 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...
Friday 11 September 2026
Stronger Boards Workshop (September) - Trustee Boards
Tuesday 15 September 2026
Stronger Boards connects museum trustees to share challenges, build networks, and develop strategic solutions across the Midlands.
Collections Trust: A brief introduction to policies, procedures and plans
Tuesday 15 September 2026
This session is part of an event series run by Collections Trust and Museum Development England.
How Did We Get Here? Sector Sharing Day
Thursday 17 September 2026
FULLY BOOKED
Explore Kedleston Hall’s 'How Did We Get Here?' exhibition: talks, tours & insights on co-creation, collections, access, evaluation & audiences
Roots and Branches: Action in Practice - Confidence in Climate Communication
Tuesday 22 September 2026
This session will focus on tools, insights and pathways to gaining confidence in climate communication.
Tuesday 22 September 2026
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