Scotland�s museums offer various means for people to access collections. The most dynamic and truly engaging however, are those which place users at the centre of their operations. This means that in addition to prioritising audience interests when planning events and outreach activities, opportunity exists for public input into the development of core collections policy and practice.
(SMC Collections Development Strategy, 2006)
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Connecting with Collections
To make sure that Scotland�s collections continue to enjoy a broad appeal it is important that museums communicate clearly about their holdings. Publicising information about the collections and plans for their development can inspire increased interest and visits. Museums which seek to involve local people actively with collections and collecting practice can be successful not just in representing community interests, but in generating a wide sense of ownership of the museum�s functions and resources.
For more information about how SMC can support interpretation and opportunities for public interaction with collections in museums, please choose from the options below:
For further information or to discuss current projects, please contact SMC Collections Development Manager Gillian Findlay.
T: 0131 550 4126
E: [email protected]
