Heritage Charities That specialise in History
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South Essex African Caribbean Association
Arts, Charitable activities, HeritageThe purpose of, South African Caribbean Association (SEACA) is to advance the education of the public, in the arts, crafts, culture, history and heritage of the African Caribbean community in Britain.We celebrate and share, African and Caribbean culture, acknowledging the traditions through different medias, be it education, film, music etc.The principal office of the CIO is in Southend, Essex
Friends Of Martello24
Associations, Charitable activities, HeritageTo advance the education of the public in the history and heritage of Martello Tower No. 24 and other historic buildings in Dymchurch, Kent and the surrounding area. This to be achieved particularly by working In partnership with English Heritage to open Martello Tower No 24 to the public on a published regular basis.
The Friends Of St Lawrence Parish Church Great Waldingfield
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Heritage, ReligionFundraising for maintenance of 13th Century church building, St Lawrence Church, Great Waldingfield.
Friends Of Salford Cemeteries Trust
Associations, Facilities, Heritage, ReligionKeeping a watching brief in Salford City Council's 4 cemeteries and 1 listed church graveyard.Liaising, consulting and advising the Council re. above.Researching the history of people buried at the Cemeteries.Conducting guided tours around the cemeteries.Developing a Heritage and Ecology Trail.Holding events and meetings to improve and promote the cemeteries.
Mickle Trafford Mill Charitable Trust
HeritageThe charity was set up to preserve, restore and maintain Trafford Mill which is a Grade II Listed Building of public and historical interest, particularly from the Industrial Revolution. We open to the public on national open days and hosted events, along with personalised tours to interest groups. We operate in the building itself, which is a fine example of living history in today's climate.
Brompton Association
Economic and community development, HeritageThe Brompton Association is a civic amenity society. Its objectives are: To promote high standards of planning and architecture in or affecting the area of benefit. To educate the public in the geography, history, natural history and architecture of the area of benefit. To secure the preservation, protection, development and improvement of features of historic or public interest in the area of ben
Dorset Record Society
Arts, HeritageIt publishes books, texts, transcripts, and study guides relating to archive material and historical sources not readily accessible to the general public because of their age, fragility, illegibility, language or location.
Robert Browning Settlement (incorporated)
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Health, Heritage, Social welfareMaintains Browning Museum. Our library also has information on British Social History, including the Settlement's campaign for the introduction of an Old Age Pension in the UK in 1908. Religious, social and community work among all age groups including the sick, the healthy, the physically disadvantaged, the lonely and distressed. Free counselling and legal advice bureau available.
The Milverton & District Archive
Economic and community development, HeritageOur primary aim is to establish and maintain an archive concerned with topics of educationalmerit relating to Milverton and its district, such as its history, development and agricultural,industrial and social past and to make this all available to the public. We are actively seeking premises to store and exhibit our collections.
The Kennet Valley At War Trust
Associations, HeritageThe trust aims to collect as much information and artefacts as possible in connection with the Kennet Valley area during World War II. This is put into the museum at Littlecote House, Hungerford, Berkshire. The intention is use the information, artifacts and displays in the museum to help educate all age groups and nationalities to the history of the Kennet Valley in WWII.
Friends Of Worthing Museum And Art Gallery
Arts, Associations, HeritageWe assist with the purchase and maintenance of paintings and object d'art, and with financial support to museum events, museum projects, both capital and revenue, as requested by the Museum Team and agreed by the majority of Committee Members. We run a series of monthly educational lectures to bring history and the arts to the local community.
Pembrokeshire Historic Buildings Trust
Charitable activities, Heritage(A) To advance the education of the public in the history and preservation of buildings and structures of particular beauty and/or architectural and historical interest in Pembrokeshire and its borders ("the area"). (B) To preserve for the public benefit the historical archtectural and constructional heritage of the area in the form of buildings structures plant and machinery of particular beauty
Hayes And Harlington Local History Society
Arts, HeritagePromotes the Local History and cultures of the Hayes, Middlesex and surrounding areas.There are regular meetings and production of 6 monthly Journal and books about the history of the area
Friends Of The Aldershot Military Museum
Associations, HeritageThe aim of the Friends is to actively promote the Museum in the Community.We provide Specialist Knowledge where needed and Grants for improving Displays and their upkeep.We purchase small Artefacts for the Collections, and appropriate items to improve amenities in the Museum and historical locality.We organise annually Historical Tours, Walks, Events, Exhibitions and Talks for the Public.
Foundation For Mpuasuman Educational Development (fomed)
Charitable activities, Heritage, Social welfareTo advance education of the public particularly but not exclusively of the inhabitants of Mpuasuman Tradition Area in Ghana.To provide relief for persons who are in conditions of need, hardship, distress, social exclusion both in the UK and elsewhere.To promote and advance education in African Culture and heritage by encouraging studies in Ghanaian History and Culture.
An Guntelles Keltek - Kernow, The Celtic Congress - Cornwall
HeritageThe raising of funds which are then distributed to organisations which advance the education and awareness of the Celtic history, language, culture and identity of Cornwall
George Major Trust
Heritage, ReligionProviding religious services for Whitgift Church and ministering to the surrounding community. Maintaining and restoring the 14th century grade one listed church and cemetary.
Stoke-By-Clare Parish Charity
Charitable activities, Heritage, Social welfare"Amalgamation of six smaller charities dating back to the 16th Century. The objective is "the relief of need" of the residents of Stoke by Clare by making grants of money or providing services to reduce the need,hardship and distress of such persons.
The Friends Of West Park (wolverhampton)
Associations, Environment, Heritage, Leisure, ResearchWest Park, Wolverhampton. The charities Objects: 1) To provide or assist in the provision of recreational facilities 2) To promote the conservation and protection of the physical and natural environment 3) To support the advancement of education to the general public, in particular, the study of environmental education, science, natural history, and geography of West Park and the surrounding area.
Amesbury Museum And Heritage Trust
Arts, HeritageProviding a Museum/Art Gallery and/or Educational Centre for the general public benefit and preserving, displaying and presenting artefacts and information relating to the History of Amesbury and surrounding area.
The Museum Of Soho Limited
HeritageThe main aims of the Museum are:to create a safe haven for any artefacts, documents, and oral history relating to Sohoto ensure that these items are recorded in a professional mannerto create a database and locations guide for the whole collectionto develop the website.
The Cutting And Scrivener Charity
HeritageTo support the conservation of Schedule Ancient Monuments and in particular the remains of Sibton Abbey (National Monument no. 21347)(English Heritage Building ID no. 285331). To support educational activities in respect of Sibton Abbey. To support research into the history of the site of the Schedule Ancient Monument above.
Lion Salt Works Trust
Heritage, ResearchSupport of a restored industrial heritage working museum at the site of the Lion Salt Works in Marston, Northwich, which was the last working open pan salt works in the UK and is now a scheduled monument. Also education by the interpretation of the history of the site and former proprietors, the heritage of salt making in Cheshire and elsewhere, the science of salt and related products.
Swavesey Festival Limited
Arts, Charity and VCS support, Heritage, LeisureSwavesey Festival Ltd aims to strengthen community links locally through events including music, drama, recreation, history and environment. All can participate & see the range of activities available.The Festival committee allows local clubs & organizations to demonstrate their skills in Festival Week every two years, while holding fundraising events throughout the period.
Doncaster Grand Theatre Trust
Arts, Charity and VCS support, HeritageWe have actively sought to raise the profile of the Theatre and recruit new members to our Friends group by organising history talks with local groups. We have attended events with our exhibition stall. We have run fund raising activities such as sales and continue to hold theatrical events. We continue to engage with other stakeholders to promote the benefits of the Theatre within the community.