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 over 70 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 MKHA members have websites for those interested in our heritage.

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Local heritage events

MKHA members organise talks and other events.

Heritage Open Days events take place across Milton Keynes from Friday, 12th to Sunday, 21st September 2025. All HODs events are free for the public to attend.

  • Newport Pagnell Historical Society

    Speaker: Caron Higgins. This talk covers the researched war and secret missions of local lad Pilot Officer R.G. Higgins. £4.00 for non-members.
    Newport Pagnell Historical Society
    Tuesday, 4th November 2025

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    Medieval Landscapes: Beyond the Castle Gate

    The talk will use contemporary art alongside documentary sources and archaeology to unpick the world of high status parks and gardens.
    Olney Archaeological Society
    Tuesday, 4th November 2025

  • MK Archaeology Day

    MK Archaeology Day

    This free event features something for all ages, with stands, displays, and activities from active local archaeological groups.
    Milton Keynes City Council
    Saturday, 1st November 2025

  • Secrets of Stowe Tours

    On this tour you will be taken behind the scenes, explore the Gothic Library, the Japan room and some newly uncovered 17th-century wall paintings.
    Stowe House
    Saturday, 1st November 2025

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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