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Themes and Objectives


Themes and objectives

The theme for Museums and Galleries Month 2008 is 'Ideas and Innovation'.

MGM2008 will also have strong 'arts' content through the MGM arts programme funded by Arts Council England. This includes arts seminars around the country, advice and assistance for smaller museums and heritage attractions working with artists, and an online toolkit, Working with Artists.

Aims and objectives of MGM

The aims and objectives of Museums and Galleries Month are simple and straightforward; it’s for individual museums and galleries to apply them in the best way for their own organisations:

• To increase visits to museums and galleries during May, especially new and returning visitors

• To raise the profile of museums and galleries with decision makers and influencers

Museums and Galleries Month provides a unique opportunity for all museums and galleries to celebrate their achievements and creativity from the smallest to the largest and to work together in partnerships (Turning Point, Arts Council England 2006)