"A centre of excellence in digital information management, providing advice and services to the library, information and cultural heritage communities."

UKOLN is based at the University of Bath.

Welcome

… to this new area of the UKOLN Web site, giving access to a variety of resources on a range of issues of particular relevance to the cultural heritage sector.

Who should be reading this?

Anyone with an interest in the use of digital resources and technology in the museums, libraries and archives sector. A good starting point for beginners and a resource bank for those with some experience.

What is Special about this Web Site?

Previously our support services have been embedded across the UKOLN Web site. We have now brought these resources together to provide a single point of access for the cultural heritage sector.

What Will you Find Here?

Information on a range of topics relating to the use of digital resources and technology. Follow the Topic links in the right hand side bar to see the full list of topics. Currently these include collection description, digital preservation, metadata, social networking services, supporting the user experience and Web 2.0.

Key Features

Why not start with IntroBytes documents for quick introductions to a variety of topics, and then move on to Best Of to find other useful sources of information and Ariadne to keep up to date. If you are interested in attending a seminar or workshop, then consult Meet and Learn to find out what events are coming up. Just follow the links in the right hand side bar.

Support for Museums Galleries Scotland (MGS)

UKOLN is now providing support for members of Museums Galleries Scotland (MGS).

Key Partners

• Key Partners: organisations with key roles in the cultural heritage sector.