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History and Heritage

Archaeology

Find out more about:An archaeology dig
  • Community archaeology and how to get involved
  • Important historic finds and treasures
  • Museum exhibits and Portable Antiquities
  • Planning future projects & related policies
See Archaeology for more information.

Historic Buildings

Find out more about:Historic Buildings in Leicestershire
  • Listed buildings in the County
  • Planning enquiries
  • Maintaining historic buildings
  • Available funding and grants
See Historic Buidings for more information.

Historic & Natural Environment

Find out more about:A nature scene
  • Geology
  • Ecology
  • Nature Conservation Forum
  • The Community Heritage Initiative
See Historic & Natural Environment for more information.

Museums in Leicestershire

Find out more about:A museum exhibition
  • Museums in the County
  • The collections and exhibits
  • Talks, tours and education
  • Museum resources and policies
See Museums for more information.

Museum Collections

Find out more about:An Iron Age house model
  • Collections, displays and exhibits
  • Donating and using the collections
  • Browse the collections online
  • The Collections Resources Centre
See Museum Collections for more information.

The Open Museum

The Open Museum loans museum objects to schools and community groupsAn Open Museum exhibit
  • The Artworks scheme
  • The Resource Box
  • The Moving Objects Scheme
See The Open Museum for more information.

Regeneration & Development

Find out more about:A rural village scene
  • How we support local communities
  • Support for development projects
See Regeneration & Development for more information.

Record Office

Find out more about:The Records Office building
  • Access to a wide range of historical resources
  • Research your family tree, local studies, or academic projects
  • Exhibitions on local themes
See The Records Office for more information.

Further Information

further information

Contact: Historic and Natural Environment Team
Telephone: 0116 305 7063
E-mail:gwalley@leics.gov.uk
Last Updated:
5 December 2008
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