Celebrating William Shakespeare’s birthday in Parliament today with Shakespeare Birthplace Trust - they brought some unique artefacts including a WS ring & a copy of his will.
Joining the Archaeology APPG for their AGM & meeting this afternoon at Portcullis House. Great to have engaged members from both houses engaged with the issues & championing the value of archaeology in Parliament.
A treat to visit the M&S Archives today for the launch of the Government’s vision for archives with @nationalarchives.gov.uk.web.brid.gy @dcmsgovuk.bsky.social Baroness Twycross who lauded archives as the core of our collective memory.
3 key principles - access, inclusivity, sustainability.
A wonderful morning exploring Brompton Cemetery in the care of @theroyalparks.bsky.social with our new member the Friends - some fantastic stories of interesting lives. It’s great to have Brompton as the 4th member of the Magnificent Seven to join @heritagealliance.bsky.social
Four recent archaeologically-inspired reads. Particularly enjoyed spotting various colleagues throughout @pittsmike.bsky.social fascinating survey across ten major British archaeological discoveries.
Congratulations to our members @cambup-archaeology.cambridge.org @unioxarchaeology.bsky.social @arcdurham.bsky.social - all in top 5 worldwide.
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An interesting day in Stoke with the Cultural Development Fund Network, learning from Govt funded capital + resource investment in culture-led regen. A round up here with great examples of projects & valuable learning from those delivering on the ground. threadreaderapp.com/thread/20345...
In Cardiff today at the Senedd for the launch of @henebtwa.bsky.social new 5 year strategy with its future focus on the role of archaeology for all in enriching lives, connection generations & building pride in place.
Thank you to @museumsandheritage.com for this update on Shrewsbury's Flaxmill Maltings restoration. Proof that heritage doesn't just have cultural benefits, it makes financial sense too. "Independent evaluation shows £32m investment in Shrewsbury mill delivered £49.6m in economic benefits"
Pleased to represent our @heritagealliance.bsky.social membership last night at the Barbican Centre where the Culture Secretary kicked off DCMS’s welcome cultural investment announcement alongside heritage colleagues & cultural and museum leaders. lnkd.in/efuqNky3
Discover the world's top universities for Archaeology 2026. Explore the QS World University Rankings by Subject in various disciplines.
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@heritage_lizzie: Good morning from Stoke & the Cultural Development Fund Network looking at project legacy. A welcome from local Clr Jane Ashworth talking about the important role of culture in groun...
Our CEO @heritagelizzie.bsky.social was pleased to represent our members at the Barbican Centre last night as Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy announced £1.5 billion in funding for capital projects for culture over the course of this parliament, including £230m for heritage 🎉
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