National Archives Public Record Office · Awarded contract

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Digital Artist Residency for Archive Engagement at National Archives

Awarded 20 Mar 2017

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Awarded20 Mar 2017

Value£500,000.00

SupplierMichael Magruder

AgencyNational Archives Public Record Office

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryArts & Culture

Ended 6y 8mo ago3y term

Awarded 20 Mar 2017Expired 19 Mar 2020

About

National Archives Public Record Office awarded a contract to Michael Magruder for a digital artist residency to create a proof-of-concept digital art piece exploring the institution's digital transformation and archival data.

The six-month part-time residency aimed to produce a temporary exhibition open to visitors, with the potential for a longer-term installation.

The contract value was AUD 500,000.

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