Short courses

Summary

Ever wondered ‘if these walls could speak’ what kind of story they would tell? Whether it’s your current home, a relative’s or where you grew up, you may be surprised by how much it is now possible to discover about how a building or place was constructed and inhabited over time. A well-established house history can be valuable if you are marketing your property, but it also brings its own rewards, the story of how your town or local community developed over time. 

Join this practical 5-week course to find out how to search the relevant archives and records to uncover your building’s own unique history.  

Over a series of talks, our expert tutor will explain: 

• the relevant historical archives for researching house history, such as land, property, valuation and voters’ records, maps, newspapers and other sources 
• What these local archives hold, how to access them (on-line or in-person) and how to approach searching them 
• How to write and present an attractive house history  
• How to share your findings and receive advice on next steps 

You will also have the chance to discuss and reflect on what you learn with other students and the tutor in seminars 

Choose this course if you want to learn: 

• more about your building’s unique local history and occupants over time 
• The main archival public records that can help us understand the complex history of a building and its occupants