Glow in the dark minerals!

Hi, my name’s Lisa, and I’m a volunteer in Earth Sciences here at the Manchester Museum. I’m currently studying for my doctorate degree at the University of Manchester, investigating the chemistry of volcanic rocks from exotic locations around the world! When I’m not studying, I help out at the museum, taking part in the Big [...]

Manchester Museum – a great focus for Life Long Learning

Curators and collections staff make a massive contribution to life long learning here at the museum, be we don’t often tell people about it and the impact it has on people’s lives. We help the museum come alive for everyone from small children to older people. I regularly get asked what my job involves and [...]