Latest News
Read the latest news and press releases from the Isle of Man Natural History and Antiquarian Society.
Latest NewsTynwald Select Committee on Built Heritage 2022
The Society made an initial submission to the Tynwald Select Committee on Built Heritage 2022, a copy of our submission can be read here.
Alliance for Building Conservation (ABC) / Buildings at Risk
More information on the Alliance for Building Conservation (which IoMNHAS founded) and the Buildings at Risk articles here
Isle of Man Studies
Isle of Man Studies vol XVII (Proceedings of the IoM NHAS 2019-21) was published 30th November 2021, and has been posted to subscribing members. More details
Student Bursaries
The Society awards student bursaries of £250 each year. For more information, and details of how to apply, see the Marshall Cubbon Student Bursaries page.
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 XVII (Proceedings of the IoM NHAS 2019-2021) was published 30th Npvember 2021, and has been posted to subscribing members. More details
Please contact the Hon Librarian for more information about ordering a copy of recent 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
To learn about the Isle of Man and meet others with similar interests - JOIN US
To comment on this site or any other matter relating to the Society please email secretary@manxantiquarians.com or go to the Contact page for how to get in touch with specific officers
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SUMMER PROGRAMME 2023..
Tuesday 23rd May The Curraghs Leader John “Dog” Callister
Quoted by the leader for this evening walk “We may not get out alive” or “I’ll try not to lose too many of you”. Wear stout footwear but not wellington boots.
Meeting Place SC366941 Curraghs Wildlife Park Car Park for 6.30pm
Tuesday 13th June Larch’s Meadow Leader John “Dog” Callister
A short follow-up evening walk on this former, long since drained, Curragh now a privately owned meadow site of orchids including the Greater Butterfly Orchid. Walkers must keep to the pathway made through the hay.
Meeting Place SC362973 Roadside Sandygate - The Cronk road for 7.00pm
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 2024 bursaries will open on 1st November 2023. For more information, please see the Marshall Cubbon Student Bursaries page.