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We are Jersey Heritage, our charity is dedicated to protecting Jersey’s unique culture and heritage

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We're open all year round so come and explore Jersey’s heritage and visit our landmark castles and museums
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The Claude Cahun & Marcel Moore weekend - a celebration of love, art and resistance

A four-day festival celebrating the lives, work and artful resistance of surrealists artists Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore, from 3 to 6 April. During this four-day celebration, you can enjoy free expert talks, guided walks, film screenings, artist-led workshops and  an exclusive viewing of the Cahun and Moore collection, cared for by Jersey Heritage.

FREE events for you to enjoy
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Artwork were arms come out of a rock
Self portrait (with Nazi badge between her teeth) of Claude Cahun
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New FREE exhibition

La Tèrr’rie d’Jèrri - d's histouaithes dé not' Île

Being Jersey – stories of our Island

Jersey is a special Island. It is tiny – a small dot on the world map. But its size belies the breadth of its unique and varied heritage. This NEW free exhibition explores what makes us Jersey.

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What's on?

There’s always something new to discover, a new story to share or a memory to create, take a look at what’s on and be part of the Island story

Featured

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Longhouse Tour and Fire Lighting
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Marie Esnouf

Marie Esnouf’s story is a fascinating yet chilling chapter in the history of Jersey.

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Farming after Liberation

The surprising story of how Hamptonne and other Jersey farms almost collapsed during the Occupation.

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A Day to Remember

To mark the 80th anniversary of Liberation, immerse yourself in this captivating ten-minute projected film, ‘A Day to Remember’.

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The stories of Jersey

Learn a little more about our Island's heritage

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Support us

When you join us as a Member, you’ll experience events, exhibitions and special days out at all of our heritage sites.

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Discover the Island's stories

Find out what makes our Island so special, read some of the heritage stories and discover our Island story.

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Research

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Start your family history research

Discover your story this year and start your family history research online or in-person at Jersey Archive.

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Historic places to visit for free

There's lots of free history and heritage to explore, here are some of our top picks

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Research tools

Historic environment record (HER) for Jersey

An extensive online resource and research tool about the heritage of Jersey showcasing the Island’s rich diversity of archaeological sites, finds, historic buildings and landscapes.

HER website

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