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!