About GEM
GEM is for everyone interested in learning through museums and heritage.
Without learning, museums are just silent collections. Our museum educators bring heritage and culture to life, make it accessible and enjoyable for all and keep it relevant and evolving.
We believe that our heritage provides distinctive opportunities for learning for people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds and that places such as museums and historic houses can help individuals explore and make sense of the world, generate curiosity, inspire self-confidence and give visitors a sense of achievement.
We champion excellence in museums and heritage learning, believing that arts and culture organisations and the learning opportunities that they provide, can contribute to and enhance the welfare of the individual and society.
Join GEM today and together we can inspire more people through museums and heritage learning!
Who can become a GEM member?
Anyone interested in learning through museums and heritage can join GEM. Find out more about who joins up with GEM and how you can too.
What does GEM do?
Our heritage provides distinctive opportunities for learning. We aim to make that learning accessible, relevant and enjoyable to all. Read about what we do to make that happen.
How can GEM help you?
Whether you'd like to keep up to date with the latest sector news, develop new skills, or find a new job, GEM are here to help.
Trustees, Staff and Volunteers
Find out more about who has overall responsibly for GEM and how we run things.
Area and Nation Reps
Area groups are volunteer teams of museum and heritage learning professionals which coordinate local GEM networks and activities.
