From old treasures to literary classics, the items in this gallery show some of the historic milestones that have shaped culture.

The items in this gallery represent the modernisation of industry and enlightenment principles that shaped the late 19th century...

The beginning of the twentieth century saw a huge amount of change with the advancement of women's rights and increasing social mobility, the items in this gall

Wars dominated this period and shaped the cultural identity of people across the globe, this selection of items show the bravery and sacrifices that were made,

The years that followed the world wars were focussed on rebuilding relations and creating a new path for the future, the selection of items in this gallery show

The 60s and 70s were defined by civil rights movements that stood up to the actions of governments that did not adequately represent the people.

Technological advancements and the continual fight for equality dominated the end of the twentieth century. The items in this gallery show key events and milest

Moving into the 21st century, the items in this gallery show campaigns that have shaped the political landscape and literature that communicates changing social