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Summer events programme

Discover our programme of talks, webinars and events for the summer season.

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The 1921 Census

The 1921 Census of England and Wales provides a unique snapshot into the past.

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The Empire Windrush and the post-war ships that came before

Seventy-four years ago today, The Empire Windrush landed at Tilbury Docks in Essex.

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Records of French Prizes uploaded to Prize Papers portal

New court records, ship’s papers and mail-in-transit available online for the first time.

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The Great Partition with Yasmin Khan and Alex von TunzelmannOpens a new window

Join us to discuss the seismic upheaval of India's partition in 1947.

Wednesday 6 July 2022, 19:30
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A History of Delusions: In conversation with Victoria ShepherdOpens a new window

Victoria Shepherd's thoughtful prose implores us all to identify reason within apparent madness.

Wednesday 13 July 2022, 19:30
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The National Archives and Arts Council England embark on a new three-year collaboration

The National Archives and Arts Council England have signed a collaboration agreement until 2024.

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