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Read the latest news and press releases from the Isle of Man Natural History and Antiquarian Society.

Traditional Buildings of Mann

Traditional Buildings of Mann is a new initiative, which aims to encourage local communities to take a more active interest in the traditional buildings in their area. Please visit the project website, or download a copy of our leaflet, for more information about the project and for details about getting involved. You can also read about the project in an article which was published in the Isle of Man Examiner. Please join us in learning more about the Island's traditional buildings.

Isle of Man Studies

Isle of Man Studies vol XVI (Proceedings of the IoM NHAS 2017-2019) was published 5th July 2019, and has been posted to subscribing members. More details

Please contact the Hon Librarian for more information about ordering a copy of recent Proceedings.

All Proceedings

Welcome to the Isle of Man Natural History and Antiquarian Society Website

Our objectives are the advancement of knowledge of natural history and human history and cultural development, especially in the Isle of Man and related countries.

We organise events throughout the year - excursions in the summer and lectures in the winter. Some are particularly suitable for children.

We publish many of the lectures in our Proceedings - now known as Isle of Man Studies

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Announcements

SUMMER PROGRAMME 2021

All excursions must be pre-booked through the Excursions Secretary by emailing patricianewton@manx.net or phoning 861560 or 366269.

Bookings for each excursion may only be accepted from one week in advance of the excursion. A contact telephone number should be given at the time of booking. On receipt of a booking you will be given details of the time, meeting place and any other arrangements for the excursion.

Sunday 11^th July
‘The life and "mysterious murder" of Betsy Juan y Wyllar’
Leader Marinda Fargher
An investigative afternoon walk around the vicinity of Ballure Plantation. Approx 2 miles. Allow 2 and a half hours on steep and uneven tracks. Walking boots / sticks essential. Bring refreshment. To book your place contact Patricia on 861560 / 366269 or email patricianewton@manx.net

Wednesday 21^st July
'What made a village in the 19th Century?'
Leader Ian Radcliffe

The walk will identify the sites of a few of the occupations that have vanished from Ballaugh village, and may highlight unanswered questions about why the village is the way it is. Why are there cobbled entrances from the road to the river at the bottom of the glen, and why is the road so wide at the crossroads? Sensible footwear required.To book your place contact Patricia on 861560 / 366269 or email patricianewton@manx.net

Isle of Man Studies (Proceedings IoMNHAS) vol XVII

Isle of Man Studies volume XVII has had some COVID-lockdown delays but is almost ready to go to press.

Alliance for Building Conservation (ABC) / Buildings at Risk

A full archive of the Buildings at Risk articles, and background information on the Alliance for Building Conservation (which IoMNHAS founded) can be found on ABC's website www.abc.org.im

Student Bursaries

Applications for the 2021 Marshal Cubbon Student Bursaries round have now closed; applications for the 2022 round will open 1 November 2021.

For more information, please see the Marshall Cubbon Student Bursaries page.