Arts Council England are currently seeking a new panel chair (who may come from the heritage field) for their designation panel.
Arts Council England writes:
Arts Council England is looking to appoint an experienced Chair to the Designation Panel. The Designation Panel is appointed by Arts Council England and makes independent decisions on its behalf. The Panel is made up of respected members in the fields of arts, heritage, academia and related fields. It meets twice a year to consider applications for Designated status.
The Designation Scheme identifies the pre-eminent collections of national and international importance held in England’s non-national museums, libraries and archives, based on their quality and significance. These inspiring collections represent a vital part of our national cultural and artistic heritage.
The scheme was launched in 1997 and now recognises 140 collections held in museums, libraries and archives, it recognises that organisations with Designated collections care for a significant part of England’s cultural heritage and sets out to raise standards across the sector.
About the designation panel and Download an application pack
