TheMuseumsLab is a programme for joint learning, perspective exchange, networking and career building among African and European museum professionals. Bringing them together to build bridges between individuals, institutions, nations and two continents for an engaged discussion on how museums can confront their past, meet the present needs of society and work towards an equitable future.
Programme activities will take place from 6 May to 2 December 2026:
- Kick-Off Event (Online): 6 May 2026
- Module 1 (Online): 7, 11, 27, 28 May and 2 June 2026
- Module 2 (Onsite in Berlin): 15 June – 20 June 2026
- Residencies at European Partner Museums (Onsite, Europe): 22 June – 26 June 2026
- Residencies at African Partner Museums (Onsite, Africa): 14 September – 18 September 2026
- Module 3 (Onsite in Kigali, Rwanda): 21 September – 26 September 2026
- Closing Event (Online): 2 December 2026
African and European Museum professionals who have at least two years’ experience of working in the museum, heritage, or art sector and a relation to the overarching theme of the programme next year can apply.
For the onsite phases the following programme-related costs will be covered by the DAAD:
- International and national transport to arrive to and depart from programme locations
- Local public transport (if applicable) during Module 2, Module 3 and the Residencies
- Airport transfers
- Visa fees
- Health insurance (reimbursement up to 40 EUR)
- Accommodation during the onsite Modules and Residency Locations
- Programme related entrance fees
- Daily allowance during the onsite Modules and Residencies
