ICS/CCN Researcher Training Event: Research for Classics with Museums and Heritage Collection

A conversation with Thomas Harrison (British Museum), Katherine Baxter (Leeds Museums), Andrew Parkin (Great North Museum), Abigail Allan (University of Oxford), and Domenico Sergi (Museum of London).
Moderated by Emlyn Dodd (Institute of Classical Studies) and Anna Reeve (Classical Collections Network)

Online via Zoom

How can a researcher in Classics, Ancient History or Archaeology work with museums or heritage organisations and effectively utilise their collections for mutual benefit? This training event takes the form of a conversation between curators and museum professionals alongside researchers working with collections. It aims to demystify the experience of collaborating with museums and heritage organisations, breaking down barriers between external researchers/academics and the collections that might form an integral part of their research. Discussion will focus on practical advice for those at a range of career stages, from graduate and doctoral researchers to early and mid-career phases, on topics including: 

 · How to approach museums and collections: getting started! 

 · Undertaking a small-scale or ad hoc research project with a museum. 

 · What does (and does not) work when collaborating. 

 · Best practice when working with museums and heritage collections. 

 · Future trajectories and ideas for collaborations. 

 · Formal opportunities for collaboration, including Collaborative Doctoral Awards (CDAs) and Partnerships (CDPs). 

 · Financial considerations, including costs involved when working with museum collections and funding opportunities. 

The moderated panel discussion will be followed by a Q&A with attendees; there will also be an opportunity to submit questions to the panel in advance. Topics discussed will focus on the UK context, however we warmly welcome and encourage participation by international attendees. 

This event is hosted collaboratively between the Institute of Classical Studies (School of Advanced Study, University of London) and the Classical Collections Network, UK