London Metropolitan Archives

Name: London Metropolitan Archives
Address: 40 Northampton Rd, London, EC1R 0HU, United Kingdom
Telephone: +442073323820

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Monday: 10:00 – 16:30
Tuesday: 10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 19:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 16:30
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

40 Northampton Rd, London, EC1R 0HU, United Kingdom

thelondonarchives.org

+442073323820

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The London Archives' Book Group

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Events

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'America and London' display

Wed, 12 Aug

This free display at the City of London Heritage Gallery at Guildhall Yard commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and celebrates some of the links between America and London. Please note this is not at The London Archives.

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Film Screening: The Warriors (1979)

Thu, 13 Aug

The Warriors (1979) was initially misunderstood critically, and its stylised violence led to calls for it to be banned in the United States. It now enjoys an 88% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with a critics’ consensus that it is a thrilling piece of pulp filmmaking.

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The Medieval Aldermen of the City of London

Thu, 13 Aug

This illustrated talk explores two illustrations of 15th-century aldermen, decoding their unfamiliar heraldry and unusual headwear, and examining the wider world of medieval aldermen.

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Behind the Scenes at The London Archives

Wed, 2 Sept

Find out what goes on behind the scenes at The London Archives.

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Archives After Hours: Ada Campe Dallies in the Stacks

Thu, 15 Oct

Join award-winning variety artiste Ada Campe for an after-hours evening of stories, songs, comic song, eccentric character, storytelling and a touch of magic inspired by London's music hall and cabaret nightlife. The event includes Lightning Talks, a live performance, a one-off display of related archive documents, informal networking and a paid bar. In-person only. Doors open at 5.30pm and the event concludes at 8.30pm.

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A visit to conservation

Thu, 22 Oct

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the world of document conservation. Explore the conservation studio, learn about techniques used to treat and preserve paper, parchment and other materials, take part in a question and answer session with conservators, and view before-and-after examples of restored documents.

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The London Archives' Book Group

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Discover The London Archives' book group which focuses on London-themed literature and non-fiction and uses historical document to enhance discussions.

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