Planning your visit to MI5: Official Secrets?

Weekends can be busy, so we recommend arriving early. For a quieter experience weekdays are a great choice, and on Tuesdays and Thursdays, we’re open until 19:00. Perfect for an evening exploration!

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MI5: Official Secrets

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

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Archives Fest

Uncover the treasures of The National Archives with a day of hands-on history.

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The Spycatcher Affair

The book that sparked one of the most controversial courtroom battles of the 1980s.

Multimedia

On the Record - Victory in Europe Day (VE Day)

Tune into our podcast to explore what VE Day was really like.

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Happy & Glorious

A joint exhibition between The National Archives and the Government Art Collection.

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Story of a Murder: The Wives, The Mistress and Dr Crippen

An evening with best-selling author and historian, Hallie Rubenhold, discussing her latest book.

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Book your reading room visit

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

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Education

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Information management

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