Milton Keynes Heritage Association was formed in 1994 by a number of local heritage groups and museums, with the aim of encouraging and developing co-operation between organisations having an interest in heritage in Milton Keynes, north Buckinghamshire and south Northamptonshire

Members

MKHA has about 80 organisation and individual members, with a broad range of interests and a wide geographical coverage from Buckingham in the west, Olney in the east, Towcester in the north and Woburn in the south.

Many members have information for family historians

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Local heritage events

MKHA members organise talks and other events.

Heritage Open Days this year runs over ten consecutive days from the 11th to the 20th of September. The theme is Everyday Histories.

Milton Keynes History Day took place on Saturday, 16th May 2026 in Milton Keynes Central Library.

  • Stowe House

    Secrets of Stowe Tours

    A behind-the-scenes tour to explore the Gothic Library, experience the elegance of the Japan Room and glimpse the eighteenth-century wall paintings.
    Stowe House
    Friday, 14th August 2026

  • Stowe gardens

    Rooftop Tours

    Enjoy the chance to climb the cantilevered stone staircase to admire the magnificent view from the roof and look over the world-famous gardens.
    Stowe House
    Monday, 10th August 2026

  • Stowe House

    Vanbrugh Weekend

    A weekend packed with creativity, imagination, and activities for all. Special £3.00 anniversary entry to Stowe House,. Free entry to the gardens.
    Stowe House
    Satturday, 1st and Sunday, 2nd August 2026

  • Canada map

    Genealogy Research in Canada

    To identify what records are available, it’s helpful to know where your ancestors lived in Canada, as well as when and why they arrived.
    Buckinghamshire Family History Society
    Friday, 31st July 2026

  • Festival of Archaeology

    Archaeology Day

    Join a family-friendly activities celebrating all things archaeology! Discover finds, meet re-enactors, and take part in an osteology workshop.
    Milton Keynes City Discovery Centre
    Thursday 30th July 2026

Become a member

Membership is open to local history groups and individuals and is open to those outside the MIlton Keynes Council boundary.

Member benefits include quarterly meetings, grants, website hosting, free IT and archiving training and heritage advocacy.

Location map of MKHA members

Grant from MK Community Foundation

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