The Open Museum Strategy 2004-2008

Introduction

This strategic plan for the outreach activities of Leicestershire Heritage Services Open Museum section covers the period between 2004 – 2008. It outlines the current situation and activities in relation to the Open Museum section’s loan schemes and outreach projects, the aims and aspirations for the development of each, and priorities for action and development.

Aims of the Open Museum
The Open Museum aims to provide a service which will educate and entertain, provoke debate, stimulate thought about historic or contemporary issues or act as inspiration for community projects. The Open Museum operates outside museum premises, providing physical and intellectual access to museum collections, resources and functions throughout Leicestershire. It provides a service through which local people, educators, carers, artists, community and public organisations can engage with the museum from within their own environments.

Objectives

To challenge the traditional building orientated focus of museums.
To provide access to museum collections and expertise within the community.
To provide access to museum resources, functions and expertise through communities’ own venues
To be receptive to the needs and aspirations of the public and to respond to community-led initiatives.
To challenge the traditional barriers to museum-access which include ‘social class, poverty, education disadvantage, ethnic and cultural background, disability and an individual’s own attitudes’

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The Open Museum Strategy 2004-2008

Introduction

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