Family friendly museums

Accreditated museums in top national award shortlist

The top six shortlisted museums for the 2009 Guardian Family Friendly Museums Award are all part of the MLA’s Museum Accreditation Scheme. The Scheme has set nationally agreed standards for museums in the UK, and has been used as a model and source of inspiration for museums overseas. The 2009 Guardian Family Friendly Museums Award celebrates museums, like the MLA’s Accredited museums, which strive to make museum visits fun experiences for all the family.

Improving a library service

MLA can support change in library services

Before any decision to introduce change is made it’s important for local authorities to know about the models of good practice that already exist.

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Leading museums

Group set up to take forward museum strategy

Six distinguished independent minded professionals united by a commitment to the development of people-focused museum services.

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Renaissance

Our ground-breaking museum programme

Transforming England's regional museums and raising standards to support education and regeneration in the local community.

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Digital participation

Libraries bridge the digital divide

The key role of public libraries in opening up free online access and providing support to help people get online is highlighted in a new research report.

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