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Merton Heritage and Local Studies Centre
Merton Heritage & Local Studies Centre tells the story of Merton and its people through a changing programme of exhibitions and events. The Centre also offers educational services for local schools and adult learners as well as access to a wide range of local history resources. Opening hoursMonday to Friday 9.30am to 7.00pm What we holdOur collection includes local history information on Colliers Wood, Merton, Mitcham, Morden, Pollards Hill, Raynes Park, Wimbledon and West Barnes. Sources include photographs of historic Merton and its various districts, local maps, electoral registers and trade directories, Council minute and agenda books, a small collection of Merton parish registers (up to 1812), genealogical guides and resources, local biographical resources, a large collection of local history books, articles and ephemera, local history magazines and periodicals as well as specialist collections on Merton Priory, Admiral Lord Nelson, William Morris and the Arts & Crafts Movement. Library users can also enjoy free access to the Ancestry website via public computers. Services offeredThe Centre provides a range of services including exhibitions, events, a research service, services for schools and adult learners and a local history shop. Exhibitions on the heritage of MertonYou will find a changing programme of displays on the history of Merton and its people at the centre. These often feature historic documents and objects which can be handled by visitors to the Centre. Research ServiceIf you are unable to visit in person, we offer a limited research service charging £5.00 per half hour and £10.00 per hour. We undertake a minimum of half an hour’s research and a maximum of 3 hours research per enquiry. Fees are inclusive of VAT, postage and up to five photocopies. To find out more about requesting the research service please call 020 8545 3239 or email us. Reproduction and PhotographyYou can request copies or reproduce items held by Merton Heritage & Local Studies Centre. Contact us to find out more about this service. Educational ServicesThe Heritage & Local Studies Centre offers a range of educational services to schools, colleges and community groups. These include resource box loans, themed class sessions, local history talks, collection tours and project advice. Local History ShopWe offer a wide range of local history books, postcards and facsimile maps at competitive prices. If you are unable to visit in person, we can also send goods by post. At present we can only accept cash and cheque payments. Contact the centre for more information on books and publications. The Merton Memories ProjectMerton Heritage Service is currently working to increase access to a unique collection of historic photographs. As part of the Merton Memories Project, which is supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund, staff and volunteers are working to scan, research and catalogue over 15,000 photographs charting the history of Merton from Victorian times to the present day. In the Spring of 2014, a new range of resources will be launched to raise awareness of the borough’s past. These will include:
For more information about the Merton Memories project, please contact us. We are particularly keen to hear from Merton Schools and Community Groups that would like to be involved with our work.
Contact usMerton Heritage & Local Studies Centre, Tel. 020 8545 3239/4038 Getting hereBuses: 80,93, 118, 154, 157, 163, 164, 293, 413, 201 and 470 Nearest Tube and Train: Morden (Northern Line), South Merton Station (ten minute walk), Morden South (ten minute walk). The Phipps Bridge and Morden Road Tramlink stops are both a ten minute walk away from the Centre. Pay and display car parks are available nearby at Sainsburys and York Close. |
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