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Letters from Liberation: Naomi and Arthur

Letters from Liberation: Naomi and Arthur

The story of how Oxfordshire soldier Arthur Tyler met Polish Holocaust survivor Naomi Kaplan at the liberation of Bergen-Belsen concentration camp, and how that meeting changed both their lives. This research has spanned the Atlantic to connect Naomi’s family to Arthur’s actions in 1945 and later. Supported by the Holocaust Museum Houston, the Warren/Spector families, the Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum and the Oxfordshire Yeomanry Trust.

We Need to Talk about War

We Need to Talk about War

Devised a new display trail in the Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum based on ‘Big Questions’ about war and peace, suitable to visitors of any age. Consultation and research provided prompt information to help start important conversations on issues such as ‘Should we have rules in war?’, and ‘How old is old enough to go to war?’. The trail enhances the visitor experience and challenges the idea of museums as spaces of one-way instruction.

A Nice Cup of Tea

A Nice Cup of Tea

The ‘Nice Cup of Tea’ programme was developed with Angeli Vaid. This programme highlighted how, through the simple everyday act of drinking a cup of tea, we are all linked to the history of Empire, trade and transatlantic slavery. Myfanwy and Angeli worked with local community and university members to explore this complex legacy through exhibitions, spoken-word performances, discussions and innovative partnerships, with a lasting legacy in the city.

Owning the Past

Owning the Past

Initiated and co-curated with the Ashmolean Museum. This exhibition focused on the role that the British played in the creation of the state of Iraq post First World War. Developed with local people from the Middle East diaspora, the exhibition reframed the Ashmolean’s archaeological collections. Myfanwy was instrumental in shaping the narrative, researching objects, and working with local ‘Community Connectors'.

African Community Exhibition Evaluation

African Community Exhibition Evaluation

Evaluation of the HLF-funded 'African Community Exhibition Project' at the Rumble Museum, Cheney School, Oxford, created to display collection of African artefacts. Evaluation framework focused on key audiences – students, parents, and teachers. Evaluation workshops with students dealt with sensitive issues around race, identity, and inclusive practice in and beyond the classroom. Detailed report and recommendations presented to Museum Director, Headteacher, link Governor and Head of History.

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