Celebrating our past
Supporting and promoting Museums, Galleries, Historic Houses, Heritage Sites and History Societies across Northamptonshire
Welcome to Northamptonshire Heritage Forum
We believe that Northamptonshire is a unique and treasured place with a rich and diverse history. As the Northamptonshire Heritage Forum, we’re committed to protecting the historical artefacts of the county for the enjoyment of art, culture and heritage-loving members of the public, and supporting people and organisations working in the arts and heritage sector.
Our members help us to do this and provide a truly inspiring, engaging, inclusive, diverse and enriching experience. Why not become one today?
Places to visit
Historic houses
Northamptonshire boasts some of the country's very best historic houses, many of them still home to descendants of the families who built them. Each one is full of unique treasures, spellbinding history and the wonderful stories of those who lived, loved and worked in them.
Heritage sites and archives
Our county has witnessed the birth of Richard III, the death of Mary Queen of Scots, the hatching of the Gunpowder Plot and much more. While the county archives contain masses of unique documents, information, stories, facts and insights into those who lived, worked, loved and died here.
Museums and galleries
Northamptonshire's museums and galleries are priceless repositories of art, artefacts and their timeless stories. They display the rich heritage of the county with exhibits that often span thousands of years. Come and discover our unique history through thousands of artefacts and documents.
Latest news
Lots to discover
Societies
There’s a wonderful array of local history and heritage societies dotted all around the county. Each one a group of passionate local people dedicated to studying all aspects of local history, encouraging the preservation of knowledge and objects of local interest, and visiting places of historic interest.
Speakers
Want to uncover more of the hidden stories and unique tales of Northamptonshire through the ages? Why not engage one of the many experienced local speakers to give a presentation at your next event. There are a whole range of fascinating and unforgettable local topics just waiting to be discovered.
Hindsight
Hindsight is our annual journal and it gives you the opportunity to have your latest research published on the history and heritage of Northamptonshire. We particularly look for examples of research on historic buildings or landscapes, museums, people, events, collections and artefacts.
“Our vision is simple: to protect the historical assets of the county and support the heritage community.”
Image courtesy of Charles Ward Photography