The Dacorum Heritage Trust
 The history of Berkhamsted, Hemel Hempstead, Kings Langley & Tring

History of the Dacorum Heritage Trust

Extract from Bryant's map of Hertfordshire DACHT: BK 10205

The Formation of the Trust

In 1979, the Dacorum Museum Advisory Committee (DMAC) was created to advise Dacorum District Council on heritage matters. It formed the foundations for the Trust's current activities, particualry with education, exhibitions, publications and outreach. The Dacorum Heritage Trust (DHT) was founded in September 1993.

The Museum Store in Berkhamsted is situated in the old fire station buildings, which were specially converted in 1994. This is where all the objects are housed, catalogued and conserved. The Trust has two full -time, professional curators who are supported by two part-time administrative assistants and a large and loyal group of volunteers. DHT achieved Museum Accreditation in 2008 from the MLA (Museums, Libraries and Archives Council).

The Museum Store is the home of the heritage of the borough of Dacorum and is electronically catalogued for the benefit of present and future generations.

Mission Statement

To collect and record the history of the Borough of Dacorum. To interpret and display the collection in order to encourage interest and appreciation of the heritage of Dacorum.