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The London Archives The London Archives is a free public archive focussing on the history of London from 1067 to the present day. Entrance is free and everyone is welcome.
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Visit us to explore millions of historical manuscripts, maps, photographs, books and films or enjoy our exhibitions, events and workshops. Explore your story. Uncover London's history. Discover The London Archives.

Discover the extraordinary world of Ignatius Sancho.Join us and Northeastern University London for a special evening bri...
23/10/2026

Discover the extraordinary world of Ignatius Sancho.

Join us and Northeastern University London for a special evening bringing Sancho’s remarkable story to life, with leading writers exploring new research into his life and legacy, followed by live performances of his music from Reginald Mobley and Brandon Acker.

Plus, get up close to original documents from our collections!

A unique evening of history, music and discovery, celebrating one of the 18th century’s most remarkable Black British figures.

📆 Monday 26 October
🕒️ 6pm
📍 The London Archives
🗞️ Secure your tickets through the link in our bio, to our Eventbrite page!

The Morgan Crucible Industrial Ceramics factory was in Battersea Church Road. Starting as the Patent Plumbago Crucible C...
22/10/2026

The Morgan Crucible Industrial Ceramics factory was in Battersea Church Road. Starting as the Patent Plumbago Crucible Company, they make industrial ceramics. The company is now named Morgan Advanced Materials, has factories in other parts of the UK, and has expanded around the world.
The Battersea factory was closed in the 1970’s, and the Morgan's Walk housing development was built on the site.

Discover thousands more photographs on The London Picture Archive https://www.londonpicturearchive.org.uk/

Lights, camera, fright! Join us for a Halloween horror classic at The London Archives! 🎬🕸️Step back into the world of B-...
20/10/2026

Lights, camera, fright! Join us for a Halloween horror classic at The London Archives! 🎬🕸️

Step back into the world of B-movie horror with House of Wax (1953), starring the legendary Vincent Price, for a special Halloween edition of our quarterly screening series, Reel Histories – Films in the Archive.

One of the first feature films to combine 3D visuals with stereophonic sound, House of Wax terrified (and amused!) audiences on its original release. Contemporary reviewers from the Greater London Council Film Board even questioned whether its 3D effects made it more funny than frightening! 👀

Preserved by the Library of Congress in 2014 and still a fan favourite, this cult classic is the perfect way to spend a spooky October evening.

📍 The London Archives
📆 Thursday 29 October
🕒️ 6pm
🗞️ Follow the link in our bio to our Eventbrite page to secure tickets!

17/10/2026

🪩 It’s Saturday, so we’re looking back at London’s nightlife in the 1970s!

This clip from the semi-fictional film Living at Thamesmead takes us inside a club in Thamesmead in 1974.

Do you recognise the venue? 👀

From the fashion to the dance moves, there’s plenty to catch your eye!

🎥 Watch the full film on our YouTube channel!

🎭✨ TONIGHT AT THE LONDON ARCHIVES! ✨🎭We’re just hours away from an evening of music, mischief and theatrical magic! 🎶Joi...
15/10/2026

🎭✨ TONIGHT AT THE LONDON ARCHIVES! ✨🎭

We’re just hours away from an evening of music, mischief and theatrical magic! 🎶

Join award-winning cabaret performer Ada Campe as she brings London’s colourful music hall and cabaret history to life with comic songs, eccentric characters, storytelling and a touch of magic.

🗝️ Explore fascinating archival treasures up close
💄 Discover the secrets of early 20th-century music hall makeup with Le Pustra
🍷 Enjoy lively lightning talks, cabaret and comedy after hours

📍 The London Archives
🕠 Doors open at 5:30pm

🎟️ LAST-MINUTE TICKETS AVAILABLE — YOU CAN NOW BUY TICKETS ON THE DOOR! 🎟️

It’s not too late to join us for a unique evening celebrating London’s extraordinary entertainment past. Bring a friend and come along! ✨

We can’t wait to see you there! 🖤

🎭✨ TONIGHT AT THE LONDON ARCHIVES! ✨🎭 We’re just hours away from an evening of music, mischief and theatrical magic! 🎶 J...
15/10/2026

🎭✨ TONIGHT AT THE LONDON ARCHIVES! ✨🎭

We’re just hours away from an evening of music, mischief and theatrical magic! 🎶

Join award-winning cabaret performer Ada Campe as she brings London’s colourful music hall and cabaret history to life with comic songs, eccentric characters, storytelling and a touch of magic.

🗝️ Explore fascinating archival treasures up close
💄 Discover the secrets of early 20th-century music hall makeup with Le Pustra
🍷 Enjoy lively lightning talks, cabaret and comedy after hours

📍 The London Archives
🕠 Doors open at 5:30pm

🎟️ Last minute tickets available! Tickets now available on the door! 🎟️

It’s not too late to join us for a unique evening celebrating London’s extraordinary entertainment past. Bring a friend and come along! ✨

We can’t wait to see you there! 🖤

Step into London’s Music Hall past—with a mischievous twist. 🎩 Join us after hours at The London Archives for an evening...
13/10/2026

Step into London’s Music Hall past—with a mischievous twist. 🎩

Join us after hours at The London Archives for an evening of mischief, music, and theatrical invention as award-winning variety artiste Ada Campe brings London’s rich entertainment past back to life in a bespoke performance.

Expect a playful blend of comic song, eccentric character, storytelling, and a touch of magic, all delivered in Ada’s gloriously unpredictable style.

📆 Thursday 15 October
🕒️ Event starts 6.10pm, doors open 5.30pm
📍 The London Archives
🗞️ Follow the link in our bio to our Eventbrite page to secure your tickets!

12/10/2026

Couldn't get a ticket for the Bayeux Tapestry? 🏹

Skip the queue and see our Bayeux Tapestry replica at The London Archives on two special dates. You'll have plenty of room and plenty of time to explore the 'must see' scenes of 1066 at your leisure.

📅 Saturday 7 November and Saturday 12 December
📍 Conservation Studio, The London Archives
🎟️ Free, but advance booking is essential (6 timeslots each day)

One of the treasures of our collections and not usually on display, our 200 year old, 20.25 metre replica was the first complete colour copy of the Bayeux Tapestry made available to the public. Artist Charles Stothard hand-coloured it from the original in Bayeux, and it shows the tapestry as it looked before its 19th-century repairs.

Book your free ticket: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bayeux-tapestry-replica-at-the-london-archives-tickets-2003191750450?aff=soc

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10/10/2026

A little escape from the city. 🌳

This clip from the 1954 film Green Islands explores Londoners’ need for open spaces — places to breathe, unwind and take a break from the bustle of the city.

For World Mental Health Day, we’re asking: what’s your favourite place in London to relax and switch off?

🎬 See the full film on our YouTube channel!

09/10/2026

Couldn't get a ticket for the Bayeux Tapestry? 🏹

Skip the queue and see our Bayeux Tapestry replica at The London Archives on two special dates. You'll have plenty of room and plenty of time to explore the 'must see' scenes of 1066 at your leisure.

📅 Saturday 7 November and Saturday 12 December
📍 Conservation Studio, The London Archives
🎟️ Free, but advance booking is essential (6 timeslots each day)

One of the treasures of our collections and not usually on display, our 200 year old, 20.25 metre replica was the first complete colour copy of the Bayeux Tapestry made available to the public. Artist Charles Stothard hand-coloured it from the original in Bayeux, and it shows the tapestry as it looked before its 19th-century repairs.

Book your free ticket: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bayeux-tapestry-replica-at-the-london-archives-tickets-2003191750450?aff=soc

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The London Archives, 40 Northampton Road
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