South West Fed
@swfed.bsky.social
Connecting and inspiring the museums and heritage community across Southwest England for the benefit of organisations and their audiences. We are an independent membership organisation that advocates for museums, galleries and heritage sites.
🌍 Can museums shape how we respond to the climate crisis?
Join us online TOMORROW to hear how art, science, pedagogy and community can turn museums into spaces that connect people, ideas, and disciplines to build a more resilient and regenerative future.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Join us online TOMORROW to hear how art, science, pedagogy and community can turn museums into spaces that connect people, ideas, and disciplines to build a more resilient and regenerative future.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Curating Art and Climate Change: case studies from the Sainsbury Centre – South West Fed
Can museums help shape how we respond to the climate crisis? John Kenneth Paranada, the Sainsbury Centre’s first Curator of Art and Climate Change, believes they can—by bringing together art,…
swfed.org.uk
November 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM
🌍 Can museums shape how we respond to the climate crisis?
Join us online TOMORROW to hear how art, science, pedagogy and community can turn museums into spaces that connect people, ideas, and disciplines to build a more resilient and regenerative future.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Join us online TOMORROW to hear how art, science, pedagogy and community can turn museums into spaces that connect people, ideas, and disciplines to build a more resilient and regenerative future.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
We’re recruiting a Company Secretary Trustee at South West Fed.
Governance impact + sector development + networks.
Info + apply: swfed.org.uk/get-involved/
Governance impact + sector development + networks.
Info + apply: swfed.org.uk/get-involved/
Get Involved – South West Fed
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November 11, 2025 at 4:47 PM
We’re recruiting a Company Secretary Trustee at South West Fed.
Governance impact + sector development + networks.
Info + apply: swfed.org.uk/get-involved/
Governance impact + sector development + networks.
Info + apply: swfed.org.uk/get-involved/
LIMITED TICKETS LEFT SO BOOK NOW FOR THIS THURSDAY LUNCHTIME!!! Curating Art and Climate Change: case studies from the Sainsbury Centre (Online Talk)
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swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Curating Art and Climate Change: case studies from the Sainsbury Centre – South West Fed
Can museums help shape how we respond to the climate crisis? John Kenneth Paranada, the Sainsbury Centre’s first Curator of Art and Climate Change, believes they can—by bringing together art,…
swfed.org.uk
November 10, 2025 at 4:41 PM
LIMITED TICKETS LEFT SO BOOK NOW FOR THIS THURSDAY LUNCHTIME!!! Curating Art and Climate Change: case studies from the Sainsbury Centre (Online Talk)
swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Fun fact: The UK’s longest running archaeological research project? Started by a South West Fed subcommittee.1940s curators analysing Neolithic axes → mapping prehistoric supply chains + movement across Britain.Still running today.Still influencing research.Archaeology flex.
SW Implement Petrology Group – South West Fed
The South West Federation of Museums and Art Galleries was established in the 1931 by a group of curators in museums to promote a culture of shared learning among museums in South West England. In…
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November 9, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Fun fact: The UK’s longest running archaeological research project? Started by a South West Fed subcommittee.1940s curators analysing Neolithic axes → mapping prehistoric supply chains + movement across Britain.Still running today.Still influencing research.Archaeology flex.
Join the South West Fed! The best ideas happen when people connect. Join today (for free!!) to expand your network, gain fresh insights, and shape the future of heritage across the region. Learn more → swfed.org.uk
#Museums #Networking #SouthWestFed
#Museums #Networking #SouthWestFed
South West Fed – Together for Heritage
swfed.org.uk
November 7, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Join the South West Fed! The best ideas happen when people connect. Join today (for free!!) to expand your network, gain fresh insights, and shape the future of heritage across the region. Learn more → swfed.org.uk
#Museums #Networking #SouthWestFed
#Museums #Networking #SouthWestFed
✨ Members get more!
Our November newsletter went out to members today and is jam packed with SW heritage news, jobs, funding and details of upcoming networking and learning events. Sign up as a member FOR FREE today to receive exclusive updates straight to your inbox:
Our November newsletter went out to members today and is jam packed with SW heritage news, jobs, funding and details of upcoming networking and learning events. Sign up as a member FOR FREE today to receive exclusive updates straight to your inbox:
South West Fed – Together for Heritage
Become a Member of the South West Fed Learn More Membership is now free - find out what that means for you and your membership benefits Become a Trustee with the South West Fed Learn More We’re…
swfed.org.uk
November 6, 2025 at 1:01 PM
✨ Members get more!
Our November newsletter went out to members today and is jam packed with SW heritage news, jobs, funding and details of upcoming networking and learning events. Sign up as a member FOR FREE today to receive exclusive updates straight to your inbox:
Our November newsletter went out to members today and is jam packed with SW heritage news, jobs, funding and details of upcoming networking and learning events. Sign up as a member FOR FREE today to receive exclusive updates straight to your inbox:
JUST A COUPLE OF DAYS LEFT TO APPLY! We’re recruiting!
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
South West Fed – Together for Heritage
Become a Member of the South West Fed Learn More Membership is now free - find out what that means for you and your membership benefits Become a Trustee with the South West Fed Learn More We’re…
swfed.org.uk
November 5, 2025 at 9:35 PM
JUST A COUPLE OF DAYS LEFT TO APPLY! We’re recruiting!
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
🌍 Can museums shape how we respond to the climate crisis?
Join us online on 13 Nov to hear how art, science, pedagogy and community can turn museums into spaces that connect people, ideas, and disciplines to build a more resilient and regenerative future.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Join us online on 13 Nov to hear how art, science, pedagogy and community can turn museums into spaces that connect people, ideas, and disciplines to build a more resilient and regenerative future.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Curating Art and Climate Change: case studies from the Sainsbury Centre – South West Fed
Can museums help shape how we respond to the climate crisis? John Kenneth Paranada, the Sainsbury Centre’s first Curator of Art and Climate Change, believes they can—by bringing together art,…
swfed.org.uk
November 4, 2025 at 6:34 PM
🌍 Can museums shape how we respond to the climate crisis?
Join us online on 13 Nov to hear how art, science, pedagogy and community can turn museums into spaces that connect people, ideas, and disciplines to build a more resilient and regenerative future.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Join us online on 13 Nov to hear how art, science, pedagogy and community can turn museums into spaces that connect people, ideas, and disciplines to build a more resilient and regenerative future.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
LIMITED TICKETS LEFT SO BOOK NOW FOR NEXT THURSDAY LUNCHTIME!!! Curating Art and Climate Change: case studies from the Sainsbury Centre (Online Talk)
swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Curating Art and Climate Change: case studies from the Sainsbury Centre – South West Fed
Can museums help shape how we respond to the climate crisis? John Kenneth Paranada, the Sainsbury Centre’s first Curator of Art and Climate Change, believes they can—by bringing together art,…
swfed.org.uk
November 3, 2025 at 6:30 PM
LIMITED TICKETS LEFT SO BOOK NOW FOR NEXT THURSDAY LUNCHTIME!!! Curating Art and Climate Change: case studies from the Sainsbury Centre (Online Talk)
swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Join the South West Fed! The best ideas happen when people connect. Join today (for free!!) to expand your network, gain fresh insights, and shape the future of heritage across the region. Learn more → swfed.org.uk
#Museums #Networking #SouthWestFed
#Museums #Networking #SouthWestFed
South West Fed – Together for Heritage
swfed.org.uk
October 30, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Join the South West Fed! The best ideas happen when people connect. Join today (for free!!) to expand your network, gain fresh insights, and shape the future of heritage across the region. Learn more → swfed.org.uk
#Museums #Networking #SouthWestFed
#Museums #Networking #SouthWestFed
We’re recruiting!
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
South West Fed – Together for Heritage
Become a Member of the South West Fed Learn More Membership is now free - find out what that means for you and your membership benefits Become a Trustee with the South West Fed Learn More We’re…
swfed.org.uk
October 29, 2025 at 2:32 PM
We’re recruiting!
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
🌍 Can museums shape how we respond to the climate crisis?
Join us online on 13 Nov to hear how art, science, pedagogy and community can turn museums into spaces that connect people, ideas, and disciplines to build a more resilient and regenerative future.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Join us online on 13 Nov to hear how art, science, pedagogy and community can turn museums into spaces that connect people, ideas, and disciplines to build a more resilient and regenerative future.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Curating Art and Climate Change: case studies from the Sainsbury Centre – South West Fed
Can museums help shape how we respond to the climate crisis? John Kenneth Paranada, the Sainsbury Centre’s first Curator of Art and Climate Change, believes they can—by bringing together art,…
swfed.org.uk
October 28, 2025 at 2:25 PM
🌍 Can museums shape how we respond to the climate crisis?
Join us online on 13 Nov to hear how art, science, pedagogy and community can turn museums into spaces that connect people, ideas, and disciplines to build a more resilient and regenerative future.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
Join us online on 13 Nov to hear how art, science, pedagogy and community can turn museums into spaces that connect people, ideas, and disciplines to build a more resilient and regenerative future.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
🌍 If you want to connect with people in museums, heritage, the arts, research or community practice who are exploring new responses to the climate crisis, this online event is a great space to do it.
📅 13 Nov
🎟 Tickets from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
#Networking #ClimateAction #Museums
📅 13 Nov
🎟 Tickets from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
#Networking #ClimateAction #Museums
Curating Art and Climate Change: case studies from the Sainsbury Centre – South West Fed
Can museums help shape how we respond to the climate crisis? John Kenneth Paranada, the Sainsbury Centre’s first Curator of Art and Climate Change, believes they can—by bringing together art,…
swfed.org.uk
October 27, 2025 at 2:20 PM
🌍 If you want to connect with people in museums, heritage, the arts, research or community practice who are exploring new responses to the climate crisis, this online event is a great space to do it.
📅 13 Nov
🎟 Tickets from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
#Networking #ClimateAction #Museums
📅 13 Nov
🎟 Tickets from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
#Networking #ClimateAction #Museums
Festive Networking at Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum in Bournemouth!
End the year inspired—and better connected. Join our Festive Networking Event at Russell-Cotes, Bournemouth, on 1 Dec. Tours, insights, festive treats, and new connections. swfed.org.uk/events/russe...
#HeritageNetworking
End the year inspired—and better connected. Join our Festive Networking Event at Russell-Cotes, Bournemouth, on 1 Dec. Tours, insights, festive treats, and new connections. swfed.org.uk/events/russe...
#HeritageNetworking
Russell-Cotes: a unique Victorian villa – South West Fed
Join us for a festive visit to Russell-Cotes to discover the rich history of this magnificent Victorian villa and hear from the team behind the distinctive visitor offer.
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October 26, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Festive Networking at Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum in Bournemouth!
End the year inspired—and better connected. Join our Festive Networking Event at Russell-Cotes, Bournemouth, on 1 Dec. Tours, insights, festive treats, and new connections. swfed.org.uk/events/russe...
#HeritageNetworking
End the year inspired—and better connected. Join our Festive Networking Event at Russell-Cotes, Bournemouth, on 1 Dec. Tours, insights, festive treats, and new connections. swfed.org.uk/events/russe...
#HeritageNetworking
🌍 Can museums shape how we respond to the climate crisis ?
On 13 Nov, John Kenneth Paranada shares case studies from the Sainsbury Centre on how art, science and community can turn museums into spaces for climate action.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events
#ClimateAction #Museums
On 13 Nov, John Kenneth Paranada shares case studies from the Sainsbury Centre on how art, science and community can turn museums into spaces for climate action.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events
#ClimateAction #Museums
October 25, 2025 at 12:28 PM
🌍 Can museums shape how we respond to the climate crisis ?
On 13 Nov, John Kenneth Paranada shares case studies from the Sainsbury Centre on how art, science and community can turn museums into spaces for climate action.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events
#ClimateAction #Museums
On 13 Nov, John Kenneth Paranada shares case studies from the Sainsbury Centre on how art, science and community can turn museums into spaces for climate action.
🎟 from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events
#ClimateAction #Museums
Join the South West Fed! The best ideas happen when people connect. Join today (for free!!) to expand your network, gain fresh insights, and shape the future of heritage across the region. Learn more → swfed.org.uk
#Museums #Networking #SouthWestFed
#Museums #Networking #SouthWestFed
South West Fed – Together for Heritage
swfed.org.uk
October 24, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Join the South West Fed! The best ideas happen when people connect. Join today (for free!!) to expand your network, gain fresh insights, and shape the future of heritage across the region. Learn more → swfed.org.uk
#Museums #Networking #SouthWestFed
#Museums #Networking #SouthWestFed
“The volunteers were clearly passionate about sharing their work, and it was inspiring to see their commitment.”
That’s one story from our latest SWFed Members’ Newsletter. Membership is FREE, join up now! 👉 swfed.org.uk
#SWFed #Heritage #Volunteers
That’s one story from our latest SWFed Members’ Newsletter. Membership is FREE, join up now! 👉 swfed.org.uk
#SWFed #Heritage #Volunteers
South West Fed – Together for Heritage
Become a Member of the South West Fed Learn More Membership is now free - find out what that means for you and your membership benefits Become a Trustee with the South West Fed Learn More We’re…
swfed.org.uk
October 23, 2025 at 2:51 PM
“The volunteers were clearly passionate about sharing their work, and it was inspiring to see their commitment.”
That’s one story from our latest SWFed Members’ Newsletter. Membership is FREE, join up now! 👉 swfed.org.uk
#SWFed #Heritage #Volunteers
That’s one story from our latest SWFed Members’ Newsletter. Membership is FREE, join up now! 👉 swfed.org.uk
#SWFed #Heritage #Volunteers
Funding alert!
Small Accredited SW museums can apply for up to £1,000 from the Kathy Callow Legacy Fund to support conservation, display, and care of social history objects.
Apply by 31 Oct 2025 → swfed.org.uk/kathy-callow...
#MuseumFunding #CollectionsCare #HeritageSupport #Museums
Small Accredited SW museums can apply for up to £1,000 from the Kathy Callow Legacy Fund to support conservation, display, and care of social history objects.
Apply by 31 Oct 2025 → swfed.org.uk/kathy-callow...
#MuseumFunding #CollectionsCare #HeritageSupport #Museums
Kathy Callow Legacy Fund – South West Fed
swfed.org.uk
October 22, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Funding alert!
Small Accredited SW museums can apply for up to £1,000 from the Kathy Callow Legacy Fund to support conservation, display, and care of social history objects.
Apply by 31 Oct 2025 → swfed.org.uk/kathy-callow...
#MuseumFunding #CollectionsCare #HeritageSupport #Museums
Small Accredited SW museums can apply for up to £1,000 from the Kathy Callow Legacy Fund to support conservation, display, and care of social history objects.
Apply by 31 Oct 2025 → swfed.org.uk/kathy-callow...
#MuseumFunding #CollectionsCare #HeritageSupport #Museums
How can museums respond to the climate crisis? Join Curator of Art and Climate Change, John Kenneth Paranada, on 13 Nov for an online talk exploring art, science, and community. Expand your network and your ideas. Tickets from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
#ClimateAction #Museums #Networking
#ClimateAction #Museums #Networking
Curating Art and Climate Change: case studies from the Sainsbury Centre – South West Fed
Can museums help shape how we respond to the climate crisis? John Kenneth Paranada, the Sainsbury Centre’s first Curator of Art and Climate Change, believes they can—by bringing together art,…
swfed.org.uk
October 21, 2025 at 1:31 PM
How can museums respond to the climate crisis? Join Curator of Art and Climate Change, John Kenneth Paranada, on 13 Nov for an online talk exploring art, science, and community. Expand your network and your ideas. Tickets from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
#ClimateAction #Museums #Networking
#ClimateAction #Museums #Networking
We’re recruiting!
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
South West Fed – Together for Heritage
Become a Member of the South West Fed Learn More Membership is now free - find out what that means for you and your membership benefits Become a Trustee with the South West Fed Learn More We’re…
swfed.org.uk
October 20, 2025 at 1:29 PM
We’re recruiting!
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
How can museums respond to the climate crisis? Join Curator of Art and Climate Change, John Kenneth Paranada, on 13 Nov for an online talk exploring art, science, and community. Expand your network and your ideas. Tickets from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
#ClimateAction #Museums #Networking
#ClimateAction #Museums #Networking
Curating Art and Climate Change: case studies from the Sainsbury Centre – South West Fed
Can museums help shape how we respond to the climate crisis? John Kenneth Paranada, the Sainsbury Centre’s first Curator of Art and Climate Change, believes they can—by bringing together art,…
swfed.org.uk
October 17, 2025 at 6:04 PM
How can museums respond to the climate crisis? Join Curator of Art and Climate Change, John Kenneth Paranada, on 13 Nov for an online talk exploring art, science, and community. Expand your network and your ideas. Tickets from £2.75 → swfed.org.uk/events/curat...
#ClimateAction #Museums #Networking
#ClimateAction #Museums #Networking
✨ Members get more!
Our October newsletter takes you behind the scenes at the Museum of Gloucester, exploring the archaeological backlog and the volunteers bringing history back to life.
Sign up as a member FOR FREE to receive exclusive updates straight to your inbox:
Our October newsletter takes you behind the scenes at the Museum of Gloucester, exploring the archaeological backlog and the volunteers bringing history back to life.
Sign up as a member FOR FREE to receive exclusive updates straight to your inbox:
South West Fed – Together for Heritage
Become a Member of the South West Fed Learn More Membership is now free - find out what that means for you and your membership benefits Become a Trustee with the South West Fed Learn More We’re…
swfed.org.uk
October 14, 2025 at 2:49 PM
✨ Members get more!
Our October newsletter takes you behind the scenes at the Museum of Gloucester, exploring the archaeological backlog and the volunteers bringing history back to life.
Sign up as a member FOR FREE to receive exclusive updates straight to your inbox:
Our October newsletter takes you behind the scenes at the Museum of Gloucester, exploring the archaeological backlog and the volunteers bringing history back to life.
Sign up as a member FOR FREE to receive exclusive updates straight to your inbox:
Funding alert!
Small Accredited SW museums can apply for up to £1,000 from the Kathy Callow Legacy Fund to support conservation, display, and care of social history objects.
Apply by 31 Oct 2025 → swfed.org.uk/kathy-callow...
#MuseumFunding #CollectionsCare #HeritageSupport #Museums
Small Accredited SW museums can apply for up to £1,000 from the Kathy Callow Legacy Fund to support conservation, display, and care of social history objects.
Apply by 31 Oct 2025 → swfed.org.uk/kathy-callow...
#MuseumFunding #CollectionsCare #HeritageSupport #Museums
Kathy Callow Legacy Fund – South West Fed
swfed.org.uk
October 10, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Funding alert!
Small Accredited SW museums can apply for up to £1,000 from the Kathy Callow Legacy Fund to support conservation, display, and care of social history objects.
Apply by 31 Oct 2025 → swfed.org.uk/kathy-callow...
#MuseumFunding #CollectionsCare #HeritageSupport #Museums
Small Accredited SW museums can apply for up to £1,000 from the Kathy Callow Legacy Fund to support conservation, display, and care of social history objects.
Apply by 31 Oct 2025 → swfed.org.uk/kathy-callow...
#MuseumFunding #CollectionsCare #HeritageSupport #Museums
We’re recruiting!
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
South West Fed – Together for Heritage
Become a Member of the South West Fed Learn More Membership is now free - find out what that means for you and your membership benefits Become a Trustee with the South West Fed Learn More We’re…
swfed.org.uk
October 9, 2025 at 12:28 PM
We’re recruiting!
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
Join us as a Trustee (Creative Programming)
Help shape heritage in the South West.
👉 Apply by 3 November | swfed.org.uk
🔍 From tomato crates to tobacco tins… what’s hiding in Gloucester’s museum stores?
In our latest members’ newsletter, we reveal how volunteers are transforming 3,000 boxes of archaeology at the new Discovery Centre. 🏺
👉 Don’t miss stories like this — join SWFed today: swfed.org.uk
In our latest members’ newsletter, we reveal how volunteers are transforming 3,000 boxes of archaeology at the new Discovery Centre. 🏺
👉 Don’t miss stories like this — join SWFed today: swfed.org.uk
South West Fed – Together for Heritage
Become a Member of the South West Fed Learn More Membership is now free - find out what that means for you and your membership benefits Become a Trustee with the South West Fed Learn More We’re…
swfed.org.uk
October 7, 2025 at 2:46 PM
🔍 From tomato crates to tobacco tins… what’s hiding in Gloucester’s museum stores?
In our latest members’ newsletter, we reveal how volunteers are transforming 3,000 boxes of archaeology at the new Discovery Centre. 🏺
👉 Don’t miss stories like this — join SWFed today: swfed.org.uk
In our latest members’ newsletter, we reveal how volunteers are transforming 3,000 boxes of archaeology at the new Discovery Centre. 🏺
👉 Don’t miss stories like this — join SWFed today: swfed.org.uk