HUB LEAD: COMMUNITY
Become A Community Lead With Local History Hub…
Becoming a Community Lead with Local History Hub is a unique opportunity to inspire local heritage appreciation, strengthen community ties and bring history to life. In this role, you will:
Engage with schools and local history sites – Build strong partnerships to ensure local heritage is an integral part of education.
Inspire the next generation – Help young people connect with their local history, fostering pride in their community.
Support history education – Ensure educators and historical sites have the resources and tools to create meaningful learning experiences.
Lead exciting initiatives – Organise events such as Local History Day, workshops and community exhibitions.
Champion local stories – Play a key role in preserving and celebrating local heritage for future generations.
This is your chance to make a lasting impact—bringing people together to celebrate the history that shapes their community.
Your Role As Community Lead…
As a Community Lead, you will act as the link between schools, historical sites and the wider community, ensuring that local history is engaging and accessible. Your responsibilities will include:
Building strong networks with local schools, historical sites and organisations.
Coordinating hub meetings to encourage collaboration and resource sharing.
Promoting local history initiatives and increasing awareness of historical sites.
Organising key events, such as Local History Day 2026, interactive site visits and community projects.
Supporting educators in integrating local history into school curricula.
Representing your hub at community events and meetings.
Sharing updates and resources via localhistoryhub.org.uk.
Your leadership will help shape a thriving, community-focused programme that connects people with their local past.
Find out more by clicking here to read our Community Lead Welcome Pack.
Support For Community Leads…
As a Community Lead, you won’t be working alone. Local History Hub is committed to helping you establish and grow your hub, providing:
Guidance and advice on setting up and managing your hub.
Support with membership growth, connecting you with schools and history enthusiasts.
Access to an online platform for sharing best practice and resources.
Assistance in planning major initiatives, including Local History Day and collaborative projects.
Together, we will build a strong, sustainable network that fosters a passion for local history.
Set Up A Local History Hub…
If you work in a historical site and would like to establish a Local History Hub in your area, we’d love to hear from you!
Email us at: enquiries@localhistoryhub.org.uk
Together, let’s bring local history to life!