Yorkshire Archaeological and Historical Society

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Yorkshire Archaeological and Historical Society

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    • Yorkshire Archaeological and Historical Society; 1863-present

    Other form(s) of name

    • The Yorkshire Archaeological and Topographical Association

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    Dates of existence

    1863-present

    History

    The Society was established in Huddersfield in 1863 but within a few years extended its scope to the whole county and adopted the title 'The Yorkshire Archaeological and Topographical Association'. Archaeology and history have since become two scholarly disciplines, and the Society has become 'The Yorkshire Archaeological and Historical Society'.

    The aims and objects of the Society are around the 'examination, preservation and illustration of the History, Architecture, Antiquities, Manners, Customs, Arts and Traditions of the county of York…'

    These aims guide the work of the Society, although the emphasis on one theme or another may change with the passage of time. Members share a passion for Yorkshire's past and a commitment to the Society's aims, and, as volunteers, their commitment drives all our activities forward.

    Over the years, much has been achieved but more remains to be done to ensure that future generations have as much information about their origins as can realistically be recorded.

    Financially, in addition to the subscriptions of members, large projects depend increasingly on the generosity of donors, grant-giving bodies and on partnerships with other organisations.

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    A membership based organisation aiming to further the disciplines of history and archaeology in the county of York.

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    The Society was established in Huddersfield in 1863 but within a few years extended its scope to the whole county and adopted the title 'The Yorkshire Archaeological and Topographical Association'. Archaeology and history have since become two scholarly disciplines, and the Society has become ‘The Yorkshire Archaeological and Historical Society’.\n\nThe aims and objects of the Society are around the 'examination, preservation and illustration of the History, Architecture, Antiquities, Manners, Customs, Arts and Traditions of the county of York…'\n\nThese aims guide the work of the Society, although the emphasis on one theme or another may change with the passage of time. Members share a passion for Yorkshire’s past and a commitment to the Society’s aims, and, as volunteers, their commitment drives all our activities forward.\n\nOver the years, much has been achieved but more remains to be done to ensure that future generations have as much information about their origins as can realistically be recorded.\n\nFinancially, in addition to the subscriptions of members, large projects depend increasingly on the generosity of donors, grant-giving bodies and on partnerships with other organisations.

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    Authority record identifier

    GB0192-737

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    GB0192

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    International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) - Ottawa

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