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NEH Releses New Statement and FAQs on Funding Priorities and Implementation of Recent Executive Orders

In a major policy update announced on April 24, 2025, the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) revealed significant changes to its funding priorities and operational practices in line with recent executive orders from the Trump administration. If your institution relies on NEH support for exhibitions, research, or programming, you'll...

Before the Sounds Fade: A Global Sound Heritage Project for Museums

A new global initiative is challenging curators to consider what’s heard, and not just what’s seen. Fittingly launched on World Heritage Day (April 18) by UK-based field recording project Cities and Memory, Sonic Heritage is capturing soundscapes of UNESCO World Heritage Sites across the globe. From vibrant street markets in the...

Why You Need More Teens in Your Museum

What would happen if you invited young people to take the lead in your visitor learning experience? New research focusing on youth facilitators, i.e., college-aged kids helping families explore natural history museum exhibits, has shown some very interesting results. Talking to Strangers About Science: Youth Facilitators and Family Learning at the...

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