Dorset Architectural Heritage Week is an annual event which aims to make Dorset’s architectural heritage more accessible to visitors, increasing their knowledge and understanding of local history. During the week, historic properties normally closed to the public are opened up and sites that visitors would have to pay to visit are free of charge. As part of ICM’s commitment to promoting social, economic and community development, the Institute is one of the event's main sponsors. Our aim is to help ensure that Dorset’s historic buildings are preserved for the future and therefore enjoyed by many more generations to come.