Heritage Charities That specialise in History

The object and principal activity of the M.N.L.P.S. is to preserve and maintain in an operational condition, to main line standards, ex-British Railways Southern Region 'Merchant Navy' Class locomotive No. 35028 'Clan Line' and to encourage and promote public interest in the preservation of steam and other railway locomotives and rolling stock, railway machinery & equipment of historical interest.

The activities of the company are farming and the renting out of property comprising the estate in order to generate income to maintain, preserve, restore, improve and develop those parts of the Belsay Estate in Northumberland which are of historical or architectural interest or of natural beauty, whether on their own or as a setting for Belsay Castle and Belsay Hall.

A range of public, professional development and educational events on best practice in environmental communication

PROMOTING LOCAL HISTORY, CONSERVATION AND MUSICAL EDUCATION

The objectives of Ditchling Museum are to actively collect, conserve, record, research and make publicly available original material essential to understanding the story and historical context of the artists and craftworkers who lived and worked in the area since 1900. These are to be achieved through the acquisition, organisation, preservation and interpretation of relevant and related objects.

The selection, acquisition, documentation, preservation and availability of the moving image culture and history of the East and WEest Midlands for public benefit and education,

Preserve and maintain for the public benefit and education buildings, features and objects of historical and architectural interest relating to William Beckford and in particular the building known as The Beckford Tower; maintain the Beckford Museum collection housed in the Tower for public benefit, and educate the public in the life and works of William Beckford.

The words Aik Saath mean Together As One in Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu. They also embody the ethos of our charity- we believe in working with young people from all backgrounds for a safer, more cohesive future.Our projects are led by young volunteers aged between 11 and 25. We deliver training, youth activities and heritage/arts projects, involving oral history and spoken word.

The Association for Art History leads the collective effort in the UK to advance the study and practice of art history. Through programmes, publications and resources we connect those interested in and engaged with art history, aid scholarly research and develop professional practice.

CFYDC (Chance) aims to engage and actively assist in the development of young people 5-18 and adults, so they are able to reach their fullest potential. This will be by providing the facilities, resources and staffing for a range of educational, training and sports activities which enable there aspirations and dreams to be fulfilled; whatever their background and regardless of their history.

Keats House offers a range of activities, including talks, poetry readings, tours and family days. It has a flourishing schools programme. Research access to the book/manuscript collections is available through London Metropolitan Archives. There are also volunteering opportunities and regular play and poetry reading groups. For more details visit www.cityoflondon.gov.uk and search on Keats House.

The principal aim of the Centre, founded in 1997, is the study of Hindu culture, religion, languages, literature, philosophy, history, arts, and society, in all periods and in all parts of the world. All Hindu traditions are included.

Wildscreen Arkive - the world's leading online natural world encyclopaediaWildscreen Exchange - a global hub that empowers conservation organisations by connecting them with world-leading filmmakers & photographers to create ground-breaking communications about our natural worldWildscreen Festival - the international festival that celebrates & advances the art of natural world storytelling

Brogdale Collections work to secure the long term, sustainable future of the National Fruit Collection as a living Collection at Brogdale. We do this by opening the orchards to the public where they can view the various fruits through the seasons, learn the historical importance of the Collection and the significant scientific work being carried out to keep the Collection alive.

Grants mainly for the restoration of records or archives of historical societies/bodies or restoration of historic churches - recipients are usually restricted to bodies within or bordering the counties of Bedfordshire Bucks or Oxfordshire and of known interest to the Trustees.

The object of the Ukrainian Institute London is to advance the education of the public in the UK by providing information and broadening knowledge about Ukraine and Ukrainians, in the realms of the arts, language, literature, history, religion, culture, heritage and current affairs, including by means of lectures, exhibitions, performances, and other cultural events.

The Museum Trust will recognise, preserve, interpret and promote Braintree District's unique collections and the heritage of design, industry and natural history that are in its care of local, national and international significance to stimulate design, creativity, industry, curiosity and inspiration for all generations worldwide through Braintree District Museum and the Warner Textile Archive.

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Preserving generally the architectural and natural amenities of Boston and its surrounds and highlighting the social history and heritage of the town and its surrounds.

The advancement of public education in the history of transport and assisting and encouraging the work and activities of the London Transport Museum, including work and activity carried out jointly. This is achieved by giving grants to the London Transport Museum; volunteer support; giving our members a quarterly magazine; and by arranging talks and visits to places of transport interest.

We operate as a supportive family to enable those who are excluded, particularly through homelessness, to start new lives. Our vision is to make homelessness history. With our partners, we creates places to belong, develop skills and find meaningful employment. Our approach of fostering and promoting "the heart of family" brings acceptance, belonging, dignity and self-worth.

The Society is the leading organisation in the UK for those interested in the study of Rome and the Roman Empire. Its scope is wide, covering Roman history, archaeology, literature and art to about A.D. 700. It supports a programme of publication, a large library, summer schools, archaeology, and an annual lecture programme. It makes annual grants to schools and archaeological projects.

The charity is a Sikh religious place of worship. The charity was set up to promote and advance the Sikh faith, history and culture within the Sikh and the wider community in Birmingham and the surrounding area.

Firing Line is a joint Regimental Museum of 1st The Queen's Dragoon Guards and The Royal Welsh. Officially opened by HRH Charles, Prince of Wales in June 2010.It is open to the public 362 days of the year and shows the two regiment's history over the past 350 years. Interactive and educational for all ages, it has temporary exhibitions 3 times a year and also has changing gallery displays.

Maintain and run an independent Museum with natural history, human history and geology collections, together with local archives and provide exhibition space.