Thank you for making it The BIG Catch-Up!

What an incredible two days! A huge thank you to everyone who came to this year’s Museums + Heritage Show — aka The BIG Catch-up.

From packed talks and buzzing networking sessions to brilliant conversations on the stands, Olympia London was bursting with ideas, energy and inspiration. Whether you were sharing your work, exploring new solutions, or just soaking it all in — you made it unforgettable.

Thank you to everyone who participated

See you next year: 13-14 May 2026!

Come together, learn together

For more than 30 years, the Museums + Heritage Show has been bringing together the cultural sector, enabling knowledge sharing and vital networking across all disciplines.

The Show is two jam-packed days featuring more than 70 talks, 90 speakers, 150 exhibitors, masterclasses, demos, networking sessions, recruitment advice, digital clinics, chat and support, and all for FREE!  You’ll come away brimming with ideas, inspiration and all the practical support you need. 

“Not sure if it’s the fact it’s free and available for all. Or the fact that you get to network and see your friends. Or the amazing talks and awards, but I know I ♥ @MandHShow and this year you were magnificent!” Dominic Jones, Chief Executive, The Mary Rose

Admission is free for anyone working in the museums, heritage and cultural sectors. 

13-14 May 2026

Olympia, London
Admission: Free

 
 
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The Show attracts serious buyers who are ready to commit to purchasing new products and services. Find out how the Show can help you increase your business.

“Thank you for putting on such a great show. Honestly it was one of the best sector events I’ve been to, there was a real buzz in the room.”

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Networking and Advice

The Ambience Networking Lounge offers a dedicated, comfortable space for museum and heritage professionals to connect and engage with like-minded peers.

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Head to the Ambience Networking Lounge, a welcoming space at the front of the Show, where you’ll find a rolling programme of networking sessions hosted by Sector Support partners, plus one-to-one advice clinics with Stephen Spencer + Associates.

As well as networking, The Ambience Networking Lounge features 1:1 Advice Clinics hosted by Stephen Spencer + Associates and delivered by experts in experience design, commercial sustainability, and communication. In these 15-minute consultations, you’ll receive a tailored action plan designed to elevate your organisation’s goals, unlock new opportunities, and enhance the Visitor Experience. Choose from one of the topics below, reflecting the elements of experience design: 

  1. How does empathising with our audiences to understand their context and motivations lead to a deeper impact? 
  2. How can we offer the right services in our spaces + places to maximise the experience and revenue? 
  3. How can we communicate a clear message, brand, and content, through improving the quality of our storytelling? 

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60+ free talks

With over 60 sessions and 90 expert speakers, this year’s Museums + Heritage Show is packed with inspiration and practical insights. Start planning your day now!

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More than 2,500 museum and heritage professionals visit the Show each year offering an unrivalled opportunity to make new connections and to generate new business.

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A packed event

The Museums + Heritage Show is the perfect blend of support, networking, expert advice and inspiration. Enjoy the extensive programme of free talks, all the latest technologies, products and services and all the advice needed to keep up-to-date on sector developments. 

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“I can’t believe a show of this quality is free to attend! Absolutely excellent programming with interesting stands and a great atmosphere.”

“Incredibly positive atmosphere and a jam-packed programme of interesting talks. The only problem was that I couldn’t go to all of them!”

“Visiting the Show saved me hours of travel. Lovely to get a hands-on look at products and discuss prices.”

“The only show that is a must-go in the Museums sector.”

“The Show really feels like a collaborative experience between museum and heritage professionals and suppliers. It’s great to be amongst the buzz and network with people you can work with in the future on projects.”

“Not sure if it’s the fact it’s free and available for all. Or the fact that you get to network and see your friends. Or the amazing talks and awards, but I know I love @MandHShow and this year you were magnificent!”

“The Show meant that I caught up with hot topics, emerging trends and familiar faces. It really did take the pulse of the sector, and better still was free.”