Museum

The new interactive museum, showcasing treasures from the archives including Domesday Book, is now open following major refurbishment.

Inventors and Inventions

Discover how key inventors and their inventions contributed to England's Industrial Revolution.

Online Treasures

We've picked some of the most historic documents and beautiful objects for you to enjoy online.

Captains, Pirates and Castaways

Compare the different leadership styles of Admiral Nelson, Captain Cook and Captain Bligh and how their reputations have informed ideas of heroism and notoriety.

Movers and Shakers

Discover just how much you can learn about British history and the people that shaped it.

The Secret State

A chilling exhibition that looks at different aspects of government processes in the Cold War.

Drink: The History of Alcohol 1690-1920

This exhibition traces the history of beer and spirits, examining how governments have regulated the industry.

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