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A group of people stood together on a grassy bank by a river in a town at dusk. One person is talking to the group. They are stood by an ancient wall.

Research Digest: Environmental Heritage and Place

This research digest draws together the current research on the relationship between cultural heritage, environments and place. The relationship between the environment and heritage has a long history and incorporates a broad range of disciplines from conservation and social geography to climate science. Given this broad church, this digest has focused on two specific areas … Read more


Published: 2025 | Resource type: research

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Our essential reads: Evaluation Principles in practice

A collection of articles, reports and resources providing some helpful examples of what the Evaluation Principles can look like in practice.


Published: 2024 | Resource type: essential-read

How to … develop people-centred research collaborations

This guide offers practical tips on designing impactful research collaborations that put people first and allow new thinking to flourish.


Published: 2024 | Resource type: guide-toolkit

Sharing learning: How funders can support impactful research collaborations

This resource makes recommendations for funders and universities who want to support cross-sector research partnerships. The learning is drawn from the Centre for Cultural Value’s exploratory research funding programme Collaborate.  Research collaborations that combine the knowledge and expertise of cultural practitioners and academics can produce valuable learning to inform and improve policy and practice.  Yet, … Read more


Published: | Resource type: case-study

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Research Digest: Culture and placemaking

What is the relationship between culture and placemaking? This digest brings together research that examines how and why arts and culture play a part in placemaking and what that means for organisations, practitioners, policymakers and funders.


Published: 2024 | Resource type: research

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Research Digest: Lifelong Cultural Engagement

How may the value and impact of engaging with culture evolve across someone’s lifetime? Are our cultural tastes set in childhood? Or is there scope for our behaviours to change? If so, what can affect these shifts?  These questions are worth exploring for many reasons. For instance, cultural organisations might want to investigate who’s engaging … Read more


Published: 2024 | Resource type: research

A performance group called "Without Walls" performs “Belly of the Whale”. They are stood on top of a seesaw-like sculpture in front of Wakefield Cathedral at Wakefield Council’s Seaside in the City.

My essential reads: Artists’ livelihoods

What do we know about artists’ social and economic status? And why should this matter to the cultural sector and our wider society?  In the Centre’s research digest exploring the role of the artist in society, we highlight how artists are in a rare position to illuminate and reframe the challenges facing humanity for other … Read more


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How to … share research and evaluation findings through performance

It is common for findings from research and evaluation to be shared in reports and articles. But what other creative methods could we use? And how can we reach new audiences? In this guide, Dr Martin Glynn showcases his innovative approach to “data storytelling”, drawing on his experiences as a researcher, dramatist and educator. By … Read more


Published: 2024 | Resource type: guide-toolkit

An ensemble of violinists, guitarists, percussionists and guitarists perform on stage at Bridgewater Hall in front of a concert audience. They are backed by yellow and white lighting.

How to … create intimate and intense ‘classical music’ experiences

Adam Szabo reflects on his experience as Artistic Director and Chief Executive of Manchester Collective and what practical steps it is possible to take to shape audience experiences. The focus of this guide is on classical music performances, although curators of all types of live performance may find synergies with their work and practice. Within the … Read more


Published: | Resource type: guide-toolkit

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How to … amplify diverse voices in research and evaluation

Dr Karen Patel provides practical tips on amplifying diverse voices in cultural sector research and evaluation.


Published: 2023 | Resource type: guide-toolkit