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International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom)

Also known as: Icom (uk)

ICOM UK is the national committee of the International Council of Museums. It organises an annual conference and delivers workshops throughout England to build the international work and profile of the UK's museums and galleries. It provides travel bursaries to members, free entry to museums in the UK and throughout the world and a global network of other museum professionals and organisations.

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Activities & Mission

ICOM UK is the national committee of the International Council of Museums. It organises an annual conference and delivers workshops throughout England to build the international work and profile of the UK's museums and galleries. It provides travel bursaries to members, free entry to museums in the UK and throughout the world and a global network of other museum professionals and organisations.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£498,355
Latest Expenditure
£465,637

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 93.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 93.4%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£498,355
£465,6370 / 1
2024
£344,678
£314,2810 / 1
2023
£260,618
£256,6890 / 1
2022
£208,742
£218,1230 / 4
2021
£160,494
£160,9740 / 4

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom)

What does International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom) do?

ICOM UK is the national committee of the International Council of Museums. It organises an annual conference and delivers workshops throughout England to build the international work and profile of the UK's museums and galleries. It provides travel bursaries to members, free entry to museums in the UK and throughout the world and a global network of other museum professionals and organisations.

How much income did International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom) report in 2025?

International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom) reported total income of £498k and reported expenditure of £466k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom) registered as a charity?

International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 September 1983 as charity number 326410. It has been registered for 43 years.

Who runs International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom)?

International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom) is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr CHRISTIAN BAARS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom) operate?

International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom) operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.

Is International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom) a registered charity?

Yes — International Council Of Museums (united Kingdom) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 326410.

Details

Address
International Council of Museums UK
124 City Road
LONDON
EC1V 2NX
Registration Date
5 September 1983
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
326410
Charity Number
326410

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Trustees

Dr CHRISTIAN BAARS Chair
Arran John Rees
Claire Messenger
Dr Abeer Eladany
Also governs 1 other charity
Elise Foster Vander Elst
Henrietta Kate Blaxland Martin-Fisher
Huaiyuan Ren
Jennifer Kate Lea
Laura Ann Searson
Maria Blyzinsky
Natalie Coleman
Nerys Rudder

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Icom (uk)

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