Subject specialist networks are groups of people with special expertise in a given subject area. They bring together the wider museums community and are supported, where appropriate, by parent organisations that provide specialist curatorial support for relevant collections across England and the UK.
Subject specialist networks support the understanding, development and care of collections across England and the UK for the benefit of audiences. These wide-ranging networks, as diverse as the collections which they represent, enhance the potential for excellence across museum practice. These mutually-supportive groups ensure collective impact and economies of scale while enabling the sharing of expertise, ideas and best practice.
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Through funding Subject specialist networks the Arts Council aims to support the sharing of knowledge and expertise associated with specialist collections and their contribution to public engagement, education and enjoyment.
Applying for Subject specialist network funding
Applications from networks for funding to support the sharing of knowledge and expertise across the museum sector, opened on 10 May 2012. Networks can bid for grants of between £1,000 and £10,000 to support a range of activities.
How much funding is available?
The total amount available for Subject specialist network funding in 2012/13 is £150,000.
Visit the How to apply page now.
Further information
For more information on how we support museums, visit the Supporting museums section of the website.
