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National Dimensions

National Dimensions, written by AEA Consulting, examines the many forms of collaboration between national museums and the rest of the sector, noting just how much joint activity is underway at any one time. Produced following a series of consultation days around the country, the report looks at different types of collaborations, from one-off projects to long-term strategic partnerships, and includes a wealth of case studies covering all major areas of museum activity.

Looking ahead, the report acknowledges the need to continue to develop genuinely nationwide access to the national collections and sets out a series of proposals aimed at ensuring this, thereby supporting cultural provision, the advancement of learning and social and economic regeneration across the nation.

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Image: The Lookout, National Maritime Museum Cornwall (c) Bob Perry/NMMC

Hard copies of the report are available from the NMDC Secretariat.

Previous publications

The National Dimensions project builds on preliminary research conducted by NMDC in 2001 which revealed hundreds of examples of cooperation between national and non-national museums. (view report)

Loans Between National and Non-National Museums

Recognising the great value of touring exhibitions and loans between national and non-national museums both in terms of enabling wider access to the national collections and the benefit to borrowing institutions, NMDC's Regional Affairs oversaw the production of a set of guidelines and standards aimed at facilitating loans between these institutions and is working to secure the necessary funding to develop this further. Facilitating Loans Between National Museums: New Standards and Practical Guidelines was published in September 2003. more...