Tag Archives: volunteer

Happy Birthday to you….in 1942! – guest post by placement student Christina Hamilton

I am a museum studies master’s student, volunteering at the Discovery Museum for my work based placement as part of my Semester three module, ‘Museum, professional practice and research’.  During my time here I have been accessioning objects and adding… Read more

The A.I.A. and Art For Everyman

And your starter for ten this week is ….  What do the following British 20th Century artists all have in common? – Clifford Rowe, James Boswell, Carel Weight, James Holland, Edward Ardizzone, Pearl Binder, Eric Gill, Victor Pasmore and Ben Nicholson?… Read more

Shoes Glorious Shoes

Originally acting as a protector of the feet, the shoe has since developed into an expression of personal identity. The decoration and design of shoes has varied dramatically through time and from culture to culture. One of the most notable… Read more

Sleep tight Fashion Works…

After nearly two months of unpacking, documenting and re- packing; the costume collection that was previously on display in Fashion Works, has been moved to the costume and textiles store. In the initial stages of this storage project, the items… Read more

We’re excited for the Renaissance North East Museum Volunteer Awards 2011!!

The nominations are in. The invitations have been sent. The judgements have been made and now we in the Volunteer Team are eagerly awaiting the Renaissance North East Museum Volunteer Awards 2011 which are taking place this Saturday at the Great… Read more