About the Exchange

What is the AHI Exchange?

The AHI Exchange is a platform for museum and heritage practitioners to advertise unwanted exhibition and interpretive materials for reuse by others in the sector. It exists to reduce waste, cut the environmental impact of exhibitions, and support equity by increasing access to resources for organisations and communities with fewer means.

Who Is It For?

The Exchange is designed for people working across museums, heritage sites, and interpretive projects. Whether you are a large institution refreshing a gallery or a small volunteer-run organisation creating a new display, the platform helps connect you with others who have surplus materials ready for a second life.

Visitors observing historical display panels.

How it works

1
List an item
Members and registered users can upload details and images of materials they no longer need.
2
Make Contact
Donors and recipients connect via the platform to discuss interest and arrange next steps.
3
Arrange Collection
Transport and collection are agreed directly between both parties. The AHI Exchange does not manage logistics but encourages clear communication.

Responsibilities & Agreements

Donors and recipients communicate directly to arrange transport, timings, and expectations. All agreements are made solely between both parties. Users should ensure exchanges align with their own environmental and social responsibility standards. By listing or responding to an item, users agree to follow the platform’s user guidelines.

Read User Agreement
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