Under the central theme of Future-proofing, the Conference will consider the challenges facing museums and galleries, and focus on innovative ways to achieve financial, social (succession planning, staff training), and environmental sustainability.

The event is convened by Museums Australia (Victoria). It will include traditional keynotes, interactive discussions, lightning talks, focused parallel sessions, and a discussion panel. Topics to be covered include: the impact of climate change on museum buildings and collections, developing regional audiences, interpretation and storytelling, and adapting to change.

Keynote Speakers will be Adam Rozan, Director of Audience Engagement at the Worcester Art Museum in the US, Dr J Patrick Greene OBE, CEO of Museum Victoria, and Jacqui Hemsley, Director of MAMA (Murray Art Museum Albury).

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