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.
Explore the use of Creative Practitioners in Place Based Work
Thursday 30 January 2025
FULLY BOOKED
This session will explore the opportunities and benefits of using creative practitioners to connect with communities.
FULLY BOOKED
Strong & Sustainable: Developing Successful Heritage Regeneration Projects
Friday 7 February 2025
Free introductory workshop on regenerating a historic building for community benefit, and applying to the National Lottery Heritage Fund
Creating an Audience Development Plan
Wednesday 12 February 2025
The first in a series of three Audience Development workshops. This session will explore how to create an audience development plan.
Coffee and Connect - Working in Partnership with Creative Writers
Thursday 13 February 2025
Coffee and Connect are informal sessions offering sector insights and the opportunity to network with colleagues from across the Midlands area. Our guest...
Engaging Families with Under 5s
Wednesday 26 February 2025
The session delivered by Jo Graham and Kids in Museums will help delegates to deepen their understanding of families with under 5s
Understanding users and non-users
Thursday 27 February 2025
The second in a series of three Audience Development workshops. This session will explore how to understand users and non-users.
Engaging online audiences on social media
Thursday 13 March 2025
The last in a series of three Audience Development workshops. This session will explore why and how to engage online audiences.
Coffee and Connect - Art and Us (Family Inclusion Programme)
Thursday 20 March 2025
Coffee and Connect are informal sessions offering sector insights and the opportunity to network with colleagues from across the Midlands area. Our guest...
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