Celebrating Canada’s museums and the next generation of cultural curators
Posted on Friday, May 16th, 2025
May 18 is International Museum Day. This global initiative, led by the International Council of Museums (ICOM), highlights how museums
evolve alongside communities, ensuring culture and history remain accessible in a changing world.
Algonquin College has a strong relationship with the National Capital Region museum and heritage sector. The three-year advanced diploma program teaches collections management, exhibit design and artifact conservation, skills which are essential to working in the museum sector. Students learn through a combination of classroom theory and hands-on training in dedicated conservation labs, where they practice cataloging, preserving artifacts and designing exhibitions. Read more >
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