Places in history
If our places could talk they'd have some stories to tell. Discover their rich histories and watch them spring to life before your eyes


Challenging Histories Public Programme 2017-19
Challenging Histories was a pilot programme that explored some of the more hidden aspects of our places. Each year we focused on a different theme that reflected national anniversaries and public debates. Through exhibitions, events and story-telling, we explored how these overlooked histories have shaped how we live now.

Collections online
Our collections are an important part of our heritage. From artistic treasures to the quirky and bizarre, you can explore more than 800,000 objects on our collections site.
Heritage
Learn more about how we look after for the special places in our care and get a glimpse of some of the conservation projects we're working on at the moment.