The British Museums Association annual survey reveals deep cuts to public funding, accompanied both by closures and increased revenue and philanthropy generation.
Auckland Council will commission an independent review of major cultural institutions and facilities, to address a set of concerns about influence over how Council-provided funding is invested and strategic alignment of the region's cultural asset. The link includes Tim Walker's 2015 report on 'Investing in Auckland cultural infrastructure'.
Gina Fairley outlines the debate over moving the Powerhouse Museum (MAAS) to Parramatta.
Busted by data: Colleen Dilenschneider asks whether mobile apps are worthwhile for cultural institutions (hint: she says no).
Tonya Nelson writes a short but incisive piece on succession planning in museums, based on the current Met melt-down.
I'm fascinated by Damien Hirst's comeback narrative & project.
The University of South Australia plans to open a 'museum of ideas'.
One of my favourite current writers, Kyle Chayka, contributes to The Paris Review's series on artworks that influenced people by talking about
invigilating an Anselm Kiefer.
Kris Sowersby of Klim Type Foundry on the new typeface he has designed for Trade Me.
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