Meet Malavika Anderson

“In its capacity to facilitate access and nurture interest in ideas about science, history and culture, the Great North Museum: Hancock stands as a crucial institution – regionally, nationally, and internationally. I am very excited about the future of this museum which holds such a special place in the hearts of people across the North East. Bringing together cutting edge research, creativity, passion and innovative sector-leading practice, we strive to inspire future generations - working collaboratively as a partnership between Tyne and Wear Archives and Museums (TWAM), Newcastle University, Natural History Society of Northumbria (NHSN) and the Society of Antiquaries Newcastle-Upon-Tyne (SANT).” 

As Museum Manager, Malavika is responsible for the strategic direction, leadership and overall management of the museum. She is passionate about the role it plays in enriching the cultural, educational and social landscape of the region and beyond. 

Malavika is an experienced leader in the sector having worked across museums, higher education and the arts for the last fifteen years. An alumna of Delhi University and Jawaharlal Nehru University in New Delhi, Malavika began her career working with artists and producing exhibitions. She went on to work in the department of film at New York’s Museum of Modern Art before returning to New Delhi. There, she managed projects and exhibitions for the contemporary artist Bharti Kher before taking up the role of Programme Co-ordinator at Goethe-Institut where she worked on a range of international cultural programmes and partnerships. 

Malavika worked in Public Engagement at the University of Cambridge and then as a Cultural Programmer at University of Cambridge Museums before her most recent role in 2017 as Head of Live Programme at Wellcome Collection, London. 

In 2016, she was one of four museum professionals accepted to Arts Council England’s Change Makers leadership programme. 

Alongside her extensive experience in the cultural sector, Malavika is also a lecturer and board member at Kettle’s Yard, Cambridge. 

Tel: (0191) 208 6878 
malavika.anderson@twmuseums.org.uk