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The Migration Museum is hiring a Collections Researcher! Join us in developing a ‘dispersed collection’ around migration themes as we prepare for our new permanent home ✨ This is an outstanding opportunity for a researcher with significant experience working with museum collections to help us gain a better understanding of migration related collections and materials held by other museums, including those that are underused or forgotten, and to help us develop a physical collections strategy for the Migration Museum. 💼Salary: £35,000 📍Location: Lewisham, South London (hybrid) 📅Deadline: 20 October 2024 (11.59pm) View the full job description and apply here: bit.ly/3XOyGYE

England haven’t been convincing so far, but without players born outside the UK or with at least 1 parent or grandparent born abroad, we wouldn’t still be here. And today, we’d be down to just 3 players. #ENGSWI #ThreeLions

💙 It's been two weeks since #HeartoftheNation opened @MigrationUK in Lewisham and here's what some of the wonderful guests at the launch had to say about it... Head to our website to learn more & plan your visit now: bit.ly/48Sdt45 #NHS #LondonExhibition #FreeEntry

📢 The Migration Museum is seeking a Freelance Engagement Lead in Leeds! If you're passionate about delivering an important and timely exhibition for diverse audiences, this could be the perfect role for you. Join us in shaping Britain’s missing museum. Deadline: 8 October 2023

🌟 Don't miss out! Join us this Fri, 11am–3pm for Family Fun Day. Free activities for all ages: 🎨 Card-making with @nadinadidthis 🧵 Textiles workshop with Cindy Lilen 📸©Nancy Singh, Cindy Lilen #FamilyFunDay

🌱Join us at @leicestermuseum for a creative workshop, using seeds as symbols of hope. Nurture the seeds & self through creative writing and uplifting words. Plant the seeds, take them home & witness their growth powered by your belief! 📅 Weds 23 Aug | Free drop-in

We are heartbroken that our trustee George Alagiah passed away earlier today. George was a passionate supporter, a remarkable trustee & a true friend and champion. He was determined to create @MigrationUK – he'll live on in everything we do. We will honour his memory. RIP George

The NHS was born 75 years ago. People have come from all over the world to make it a reality. Yet their vital role has largely been ignored. Our new touring exhibition #HeartoftheNation explores migration and the making of the NHS. It opens @leicestermuseum on 30 June.

📢 Opportunity alert! We are seeking an exceptional fundraising team to help us deliver a permanent home for the Migration Museum. It's a hugely exciting project and applications are now open 👉 bit.ly/440EFv9

📢It's been 1 year since the launch of Taking Care of Business. Over 65,000 of you have visited it & we've been blown away by the positive feedback – and how deeply the stories told have resonated. We're extending the exhibition until the end of September, so come & (re)visit.

Our Taking Care of Business exhibition’s been shortlisted for Best Temporary Exhibition @MandHShow. Huge congratulations to our contributors & Artistic Director @aditibliss for her vision & bringing this exciting exhibition to life! Vote now: lnkd.in/etwnY5HV @BabitaTV

Have you visited @MigrationUK to explore our window display Moving Stories: Lewisham, including exhibits by young Lewisham artists - competition winner Muna & 5 finalist teams in response to the question 'What does migration mean to you?' 🔗More info: bit.ly/3XEYxQD

Celebrate the Irish in Britain at @MigrationUK this St. Patrick's Day with a cuppa & good company! ☘️ Free tea, coffee & Irish treats 🌈 Irish stories tour from our exhibitions & share yours 🪙 Bingo with an Irish twist! Fri 17 Mar, 11.30am More info: bit.ly/3Jn6TZb

Don't forget to book your ticket for our free day-long festival for #WomenHistoryMonth this weekend! ✨ Our guest speakers @AlexandrBWriter @AlexHowlett2 from Wander Women will be joined by @messijessijumps, a performer, activist & researcher. 🔗bit.ly/3lM45vv