Living Heritage

One of most iconic buildings in the world, the Palace of Westminster and its fascinating collection of national treasures provide a unique perspective on the events that have shaped modern Britain

• The Palace of Westminster
• Other buildings on the Parliamentary Estate
• Cultural collections
• Restoration Project

From meeting place of the King and his advisory council to the workplace of the representatives of the people in a 21st century democracy

• Origins of Parliament
• The development of parliamentary authority
• Changes in legislative authority
• House of Commons
• House of Lords
• Parliament at work

Investigating the relationship between Parliament and the citizen and how dialogue, representation and protest have brought about progressive legislation and changes in society

• Elections and voting
• Living and Learning
• Town and country
• Transport and communication
• Trade and industry
• Private lives
• Law and order