Planning your visit to MI5: Official Secrets?

Weekends can be busy, so we recommend arriving early. For a quieter experience, weekdays are a great option and on Tuesdays and Thursdays we’re open until 19:00 – perfect for an evening exploration! Immerse yourself in the ‘cool’ world of espionage in our air conditioned exhibition space.

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MI5: Official Secrets

Visit our 5-star rated exhibition, made in partnership with MI5.

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Refugee Week

Explore the UK's copy of the 1951 Refugee Convention.

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Happy & Glorious

View a display of new works of art made in response to the 2023 coronation.

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New mission: Spies in time

Help the Ministry of Time Travel to solve a new mystery!

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A summer (spy) reading list

Perfect companions for a trip to the beach or relaxing in our Pocket Park.

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Anne Lister and Ann Walker's archival legacy

A rare insight into 18th-century sexuality and gender identity.

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Book your reading room visit

To view our documents we encourage you to book your visit in advance.

Our research & academic collaboration

Learn about our work as an Independent Research Organisation.

Archives sector

Get help to develop your collections and archives services.

Education

View award-winning resources for students and teachers.

Information management

Access best practice in records management and transfer, and information re-use.