‘The Chronicles of France’ (1371-1435?) is a medieval treasure held by Guildhall Library since 1516. 496 vellum pages with fine miniatures by Ravenelle Painter, active around 1400. Ivy leaf decorations accompany the miniatures. Text on 50 lines in 2 columns. A beautiful book.

Well, some exciting news. The ebook version of my book is now available. Actual book due out in hard copy in September. With huge thanks to The London Archives Surrey History Centre National Justice Museum and The National Archives, on whose collections I worked! More here: link.springer.com/book/10.1007/9…

Many people are unsure about what an archive is so we've made this short video to help! #TheLondonArchive

Bridges! We have lots of exciting bridge based content coming to our channels in the coming weeks. We also have a fantastic FREE event exploring London Bridges in October Find out more here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/archives-on-… #MemeMonday #HistoryMemes #LondonBridges

You are invited to a The London Archives free public talk on 18 September. Postgraduate researcher Ian Lacey will be revealing the initial findings from his #oralhistory study into the UK experience of #Interrail 1972-1997. Book now for the live stream. eventbrite.co.uk/e/online-strea…

Welcome to our September-December 2024 events and exhibitions programme! Download brochure: bit.ly/3MbmUlz Bookings via: ghlevents.eventbrite.co.uk

Next in our #MeetTheTeam series, introducing Jess! Alongside her busy Archives Officer role, Jess is also giving a fascinating talk on Working Widows in 17th C. London. Tickets here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/working-wido… #Archives #LondonHistory

London!!! I am coming to you to talk about my book - A Short Guide to Roman London on November 20 at The London Archives It's a free ticketed event and I hope to see some of you come along (I might even throw in a few comments about Roman Scotland) eventbrite.co.uk/e/book-launch-…

Thanks so much to The London Archives and the very kind audience this evening for the warm welcome and lots of fabulous questions at the end!! 🥳👌🏻

Get a taste of Aldgate's #londonhistory with The London Archives' free Victorian photography exhibition in Aldgate Square. From Friday until 29 September, head over to discover more about London's history, and Aldgate's special place in that. buff.ly/3X9SnL6

Hope everyone has a great bank holiday! #MemeMonday☀️

The Guildhall Art Gallery, The London Archives, Mansion House, Great Hall at Guildhall, Billingsgate Roman House and Baths, and #Barbican Estate are among the City Corporation-owned buildings and historic venues taking part in Open House Festival next month. FREE admission tinyurl.com/4zf74bsp #DestinationCity

Did you know that we exist?! #TheLondonArchives #FOMO #Archives

A small but very much appreciated donation! Today we received this remarkable book from a visitor from Australia. The World's Smallest English Dictionary published circa 1890 by David Bryce. Complete with it's original metal box. We are delighted to add this to our collection.

If you're around St Paul's, have a look at the brilliant City of London The London Archives free display of old photographs of London. Really interesting pieces of social history! And the view's not bad either. #London #Londonhistory #heritage

If you're a pub and beer lover this event is for you! Come Visit The London Archives and discover the amazing material we have to offer. Don't miss out! Book your tickets now via the link below🍺 eventbrite.co.uk/e/archives-on-… #LondonPubs #PublicHouse #LondonHistory #TheLondonArchives

Join us for a fun-filled Family Day at Guildhall Library during the Open House Festival on September 14th! eventbrite.co.uk/e/open-house-f… City of London The City of London

Next Saturday 14th we are once again opening our behind-the-scenes doors as part of Open House Festival 🤝 🎫 Get your tickets here: programme.openhouse.org.uk/listings/4294

A vast information store of information about #London - but do you know where it is? The director of the London #Archives explains why this repository with more than 72 miles of records is worth visiting The London Archives #TheLondonArchive buff.ly/46JqDjT