Collecting for the Future: Acquisition Programme

Overview

Eligibility

This NIMC Programme is open to all UK Accreditation Scheme Accredited (Full or Provisional) non-National museums in Northern Ireland. 

NIMC supports non-Accredited museums and collections by providing training, advice and guidance. You should be a member to access these services. To join, please visit www.nimc.co.uk . 

Funding Level & Notes

You can apply for up to £1,000 and secure 100% of the total purchase cost if it is less than £1000; or you may use £1000 towards the purchase of an object of higher value.

PLEASE NOTE: £1000 cannot be used to pay VAT charges. 

You must make your purchase and claim your award within two months of the award being made.

Assessment Criteria

You must be able to show that the acquisition:

• Falls within your museum’s Collection Development Policy;
• Represents the culture and artistic achievements and experiences of this place thereby enriching and strengthening your collections;
• Illustrates strategic collecting in partnership with museum users and communities; and
• Will be made accessible to the public

Each criterion will have a score of 25%. It is recognised that purchases may not meet these Assessment Criteria in equal measure, but preference will be given to those with multiple impacts. Applicants are responsible for demonstrating how they meet the criteria.