Farewell Emma!

Emma Morter will be leaving the Friends of Manx National Heritage on 20th November 2025, as she is moving back to the UK after two years in post as our extremely efficient Administrator and Development Officer. The Directors express their thanks to Emma for ensuring the smooth running of the FMNH. We wish you all the best for your next chapter, Emma!

Any membership enquiries from 20th November 2025 can be sent to Hannah Murphy at hannah@fmnh.im.

New Administrator

Please welcome Hannah

Don't Forget Our AGM

The Annual General Meeting of FMNH will take place on Saturday 8th November 2025

Have You Changed Your Email Address?

Please don't forget to let us know of any changes to your contact details

Join the Manx National Heritage Team!

Manx National Heritage are looking for a Stock Management Assistant to help keep our heritage sites across the Isle of Man supplied and visitor ready.

FMNH October Newsletter

Our October Newsletter is now available for download.

Discover hidden heritage at Isle of Man Heritage Open Days 2025

Manx National Heritage is delighted to announce programme details for this year’s Isle of Man Heritage Open Days festival in its 16th year.

2025 Friends of Manx National Heritage AGM

The 2025 Annual General Meeting of the Friends of Manx National Heritage will take place at 11.00am on Saturday 8th November 2025.

Manx National Heritage Launches Exciting School Workshops for 2025 – 2026

Manx National Heritage is delighted to announce an inspiring programme of interactive workshops for schools, designed to bring history, culture, and creativity to life for Isle of Man students.

Leading Expert to talk on Lesser Horseshoe Bats

On Monday 8th September, Manx National Heritage will host a fascinating talk by Dr Kate McAney, Mammal Programme Manager at Vincent Wildlife Trust, a leading expert on the Lesser Horseshoe Bat.

Manx National Heritage unveils plans to refurbish No. 1 Market Square, Castletown

Manx National Heritage has submitted plans to refurbish No. 1 Market Square in Castletown, creating an exciting new addition to the visitor and tourism offering in the Island’s ancient capital

Tales of Billy the Kid and Gold Prospecting Unearthed in Manx Museum Archives

Manx National Heritage has uncovered captivating stories from the manuscript collection at the Manx Museum, shedding new light on the adventurous lives of Manx brothers Joseph and Marshall Ward. Among the unexpected finds is a remarkable account involving the infamous outlaw Billy the Kid, revealing a Manxman’s narrow escape from trouble in the American West.

ID Required When Presenting FMNH Cards

You may be asked to provide ID at heritage sites.

A Whale of a Tale: Celebrating 100 Years of the Manx Museum’s Sei Whale Skeleton

This week, Manx National Heritage is inviting families to dive into an ocean of discovery at the Manx Museum as it marks the centenary of its most iconic exhibit — the museum’s majestic Sei Whale skeleton.