Heritage

Bringing the ancient past closer than ever

Eleanor Mills delves into ancient human history and examines how museums that interpret such long-gone cultures are using innovative techniques to capture the imagination of their audiences

Roman around | Wroxeter Roman City, Shropshire

A revamp has brought this ancient site back to life

Gunpowder Plot house added to Heritage at Risk Register

Historic England updates register with 159 sites, as 203 are saved

In brief | Latest news, funding and developments from the sector

Vagina Museum finds new home while MGS launches scheme to improve access to culture

Digital project showcases Edinburgh’s LGBTQ+ heritage

Partnership with Museums & Galleries Edinburgh will continue

Nottingham Castle prepares to welcome visitors back after eight-month closure

Heritage site will feature a number of new experiences when it reopens on 26 June

Book review | A Bittersweet Heritage: Slavery, Architecture and the British Landscape

A journey through Britain’s landmarks that will make you reassess this green and pleasant land

Profile | ‘I feel crystal clear on what we’re doing and why we’re doing it’

National Trust chief Hilary McGrady tells Museums Journal how the challenges of the past few years have helped to clarify the charity's mission

Seven sites confirmed in the running for Unesco World Heritage Status

York city centre, Birkenhead Park and iron age settlement in Shetland among sites on Government's Tentative List

Digital reviews | Persepolis reimagined, 1920s refugees and live music in museums

We take a scroll through the latest digital content

The only way is up | Clifford’s Tower, York

There are modern touches to this restored ancient site, but opportunities have definitely been missed