An older person holding a shell in one hand and tracing it in the other.

Museum Collections, Occupational Therapy and Stroke Rehabilitation

At the end of last year, we introduced a new student placement in collaboration with Cambridge University Hospitals, exploring how museum objects and artworks can support therapy for stroke rehabilitation patients. The placement was an exciting step forward in our ongoing collaboration with the Occupational Therapists at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, which has developed over the last three years. In… Read full article

Someone holds open a Museum Walk leaflet in front of a turquoise hawk sculpture.

Celebrating 12 years of Portals to the World

Our programme for people with dementia and their companions celebrates its 12th anniversary in 2024. In this blog we reflect on the programme and ask people what motivates them to take part. Established in 2012, Portals to the World is a partnership initiative delivered by the University of Cambridge Museums with local community organisation, Dementia Compass. We provide two sessions… Read full article

Film still from Dance into Nature with Art and Poetry session, featuring the late Peter Stearn.

Creative Health – Age Well Museum Resources

Ruth Clarke, the UCM Inclusion Associate for Learning shares a series of collaboratively produced resources for the mind, body and imagination. Created through partnerships with health and social care providers for adults, the resources are designed to inspire, uplift and absorb, and provide respite and solace when needed. Discover the resources below. Dance into Nature with Art and Poetry –… Read full article