Welcome to FoSMAG
Supporting Southampton’s Heritage
Southampton has a rich and diverse cultural and industrial heritage. Famous for its port, excellent universities and City Art Gallery, one of the United Kingdom’s premier galleries renowned for its fine collection of Twentieth Century works.
The City can trace its history from early Roman times with some of the finest Saxon artefacts found in settlements along the River Itchen. The Medieval period is evidenced by the magnificent Tudor Merchant’s Hall and Tudor Merchant’s House, the Bargate Monument, God’s House Tower and ancient city walls. Southampton was not only the departure point for the Mayflower and the ill-fated RMS Titanic, but is also the proud home of the Spitfire which played such a significant role in World War II.
Southampton was also the traditional point of departure for the British Army, hence General Gordon’s house in Rockstone Place and the Ordnance Survey being located in the city. Henry V famously departed from Southampton on his way to Agincourt, and the British Expeditionary Force sailed from here in 1914, too, to be followed through Southampton by millions of men destined for the trenches on the Western Front. It was also the hub of the D-Day sailings, though ports and harbours along the length of the South coast were also involved.
FoSMAG: Who We Are and What We Do
Founded in 1977, FoSMAG is a registered charity dedicated to supporting this rich heritage by assisting and promoting the work of Southampton’s museums, archives and galleries. We not only provide practical help but also raise funds through a network of active and dedicated volunteer members.
If you would like to know more about our work and join FoSMAG please follow the links on this site.