I hope that some list-members might find this of interest:-
Museums have featured in the latest edition of the Library Technology
Journal - following the issue a few of months ago on Archives. The
Journal is available on the web at
http://www.sbu.ac.uk/litc/lt/ltcover.html
The articles are:-
Museums in the learning age
David Dawson looks at the valuable work being carried out by UK museums
using technology to provide easier access for new audiences, especially
in developing the educational potential of their collections, and how
they are collaborating with the library and information sector.
A Netful of jewels
Sophie Sutherland Secretary of the National Museum Director's
Conference, introduces the Museum world's report which builds upon New
Library Network
Visit us any time, anywhere A collaboration lead by mda and the Campaign
for Museums will allow the public to wander online throughout the UK's
museums and galleries and hopefully plan some visits. Matthew Stiff
explains progress on the 24 Hour Museum.
Two-way traffic in science education
Natasha Stevens explains how the Science Museum is using the Web to
interact with schools and colleges, and support various online education
projects
Inspiring a passion for London
Andrew Roberts describes how the Museum of London has responded to the
greater emphasis being placed on access and the development of public
information resources in Britain's museums
A people's history of Brighton A multimedia and multi-faceted
presentation of the history of the most famous of seaside towns not only
successfully involved local people, but has also proved to be a huge hit
with a broader set of visitors to Brighton Museum, explains John Roles
Pulling the strands together in Jersey
Jon Carter describes how the Jersey Heritage Trust set about achieving
an 'integrate-able' database for a multi-site museums service
David Dawson
Museums New Technology Adviser, Museums and Galleries Commission
tel: 0171 233 4200, email [log in to unmask]
Visit our website at www.museums.gov.uk
David Dawson
Museums New Technology Adviser, Museums and Galleries Commission
tel: 0171 233 4200, email [log in to unmask]
Visit our website at www.museums.gov.uk
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