Community collaborations
Partnerships
Object Journeys
Working with community partners to research, explore and display the Museum’s collection in new in-depth ways
Talking Objects
Young people explore objects and investigate the meanings behind them
Exhibition consultations
Working with community groups to inform the conservation, display and interpretation of objects.
Local pARTnerships
Collaborating to support local people to access adult learning opportunities and the Museum’s collection.
Sessions
Exhibition previews
A great opportunity for for community groups to see exhibitions in a friendly and relaxed environment
Shared experience
A programme of afternoon sessions and outreach visits for the over 55s
Supplementary schools
Activity days and workshops to make the most of the Museum as a space for learning and enjoyment
Training
Community gatekeepers
Training days for support staff and volunteers who work with groups in London
Supplementary school leaders
A pilot training programme for the Museum's local community
ESOL programmes
A variety of 90-minute group tours for ESOL learners studying for QCA Skills for Life qualifications
Volunteers
Volunteers contribute to the work of the Museum in many different ways
For more information about volunteering, contact:
+44 (0)20 7323 8853
volunteers@britishmuseum.org
Jobs
Job opportunities
From gallery assistants and scientists, to curators, administrators and educators, a wide variety of roles contribute to the running of the British Museum.
Photographs by Benedict Johnson 2013, Johnathan Clover 2013, Joerg Brunsendorf 2013, Paul Daly 2013