Beijing shuts parks, museums as China's COVID cases rise
China fights a spike in cases, deepening concerns about its economy and dampening hopes for a quick post-coronavirus reopening.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Museums around the world are joining forces to address mental health challenges
Many international museums are rethinking their missions in an attempt to address this social issue.
Fri Oct 14 2022
A new Museum of Homelessness is putting down roots in London
Museums are increasingly becoming veritable social spaces, where the collective takes precedence over the individual experience.
Mon Oct 10 2022
Man topples ancient Roman busts in Vatican museums
The man toppled two ancient Roman busts in the Vatican Museums, causing moderate damage before being stopped by staff and arrested.
Fri Oct 07 2022
In Brazil, museums are striving to preserve the heritage of Indigenous peoples
The survival of Brazil's Indigenous peoples has been particularly endangered since the 2018 election of Jair Bolsonaro.
Sun Sep 11 2022
Qatar to re-install Zidane statue that sparked backlash
The 5-metre bronze work called "Coup de tte" was removed days after its unveiling after it was criticised for promoting idolatry.
Wed Jun 08 2022
Art fairs are opening up to influencers... on certain conditions
If they have quickly become the darlings of museums, art fairs are still reluctant to call on these art world newcomers.
Mon May 16 2022
Netherlands to go into strict Christmas lockdown
All non-essential shops and services, including restaurants, hairdressers, museums and gyms will be closed from Sunday until Jan. 14.
Sun Dec 19 2021
COVID: Museums' income declined due to 70 per cent drop in visitors - Nancy
Nancy said exhibitions were held to encourage the public to visit museums, in line with the ministry's slogan of 'Coming Back Stronger'.
Tue Dec 07 2021
In Oxford, refugees are being trained as tour guides
These volunteers will lead tours and organize digital events to introduce the collections of these museums to the public.
Sat Nov 27 2021
MOTAC releases list of arts, culture and heritage premises allowed to operate in CMCO, RMCO
The premises which involved museums, libraries, art galleries, centres for cultural heritage arts and performances would operate in accordance with SOP.
Mon Mar 08 2021
Cellist turns locked-down museums into backdrop for 'healing art'
Cellist Camille Thomas has put them together to create what she hopes will be a balm for troubled times.
Sat Nov 28 2020
Teens behind latest art damage on Berlin's Museum Island
Several teenagers sprayed graffiti on a piece of art outside one of Berlin's most famous museums.
Sun Oct 25 2020
Ceritalah ASEAN - Museums as mirrors
In Southeast Asia, such institutions have usually been dominated by the State, pushing a certain narrative forward.
Mon Feb 05 2018
Former Museum's D-G Shahrum Yub dies
Former Museums Department director-general Datuk Shahrum Yub died at his home in Bukit Bandaraya here today, due to old age.
Fri Dec 16 2016