Joint declaration of TheMuseumsLab Partner Museums Network signed

TheMuseumsLab brings together professionals from museums, heritage spaces, cultural institutions, academia, and public leadership across Africa and Europe. United by a shared commitment to rethinking the role of museums in society, they have developed and sustained a platform dedicated to the next generation of cultural leaders. It fosters exchange, critical reflection, and co-creation across disciplinary, geographic, and institutional boundaries.

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5 Years TheMuseumsLab

Anniversary Celebration

Marking five years of TheMuseumsLab: a reflective overview of our contributions to museum innovation, trans-continental collaboration, and decolonial practices across Africa and Europe.

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My time with TheMuseumsLab has been more than just about getting better at my job. It's been like a big adventure that's changed me in important ways. I've made lasting friendships and learned a lot from people all over the world. This experience has shown me how working together with others can make a real difference in how museums evolve and grow, not just in one place, but everywhere.

Tuuda Haitula, Museum Development Officer at Museums Association of Namibia

TheMuseumsLab Fellowship 2025

Colonialism & Resistance — 2025 Focus

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