Special event
Archives Fest 2026
Discover 1,000 years history at The National Archives - a fun day out for the whole family!
What's on
Discover our exhibitions, events and family activities for all – online and at Kew.
Special events
Join us for large‑scale, extraordinary events designed to deliver unforgettable experiences inspired by our collection and exhibitions.
Talks and tours
Join archives staff and world-leading experts for exciting talks and tours, in person and online.
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Talk
The Cambridge Spy Ring: 75 Years since the first defections
Join Gordon Corera in discussion with Gill Bennett as they investigate the legacy of the Cambridge Spies, 75 years on.
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Talk
The House of Boleyn
Join bestselling author and historian Tracy Borman as she vividly brings to life the story behind her new novel, The House of Boleyn.
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Tour
Behind the scenes tours
Take the chance to go behind the scenes at The National Archives' repositories and see a range of historical documents.
Exhibitions and displays
Visiting Kew? Don't miss our often-changing exhibitions and displays, large and small.
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Upcoming exhibition
Revolution 250: America's Independence Story 1763–1783
Marking the 250th anniversary of The US Declaration of Independence, this powerful free exhibition will chart the emergence of the United States of America.
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Display
Stories Unboxed
Each month we take a single, remarkable document, put it on display, and explore its story.
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Display
The Cabinet Table
Examine our replica Cabinet table and explore leaders from the past through their documents at this permanent display.
Family activities
Travel through time with our activities for all ages. Learn, create and have fun together!
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Family activity
Time Travel craft club
Get creative and crafty with the family this summer!
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Family activity
Time Travel Tots: sensory storytelling
Excite your child's senses through music, play, props and toys bringing themes from our collection to life.
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Family activity
Time Travel craft club
Get creative and crafty with the family this summer!
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Family activity
Time Travel Club: music through history
Explore the history of music and have a go at making your own instruments!
Browse what’s on
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Exhibitions and displays
Visiting Kew? Don't miss our often-changing exhibitions and displays, large and small.
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Events
Join us at The National Archives, Kew or live online for exciting events including talks, tours and family fun.
Browse by series
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Series
Time Travel Club
Come along to our regular events for children. Spend time together – with an archives twist!
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Series
Getting started with family history
Join our experts to learn how you can begin your journey into family history.
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Series
Secrets of The National Archives
This series of events showcases some of the most notable documents and stories from our collections.
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Series
Research Routes: Emotions, senses and feelings in the archives
Explore our collections in new and innovative ways with academics, creatives and practitioners in this series of talks and workshops.
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Series
15th century: houses at war
Discover the story of the 15th century.
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Series
Revolution 250 season
Britain and America. One Story, Two Nations
Browse by format
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Format
Family activities
Travel through time with our activities for all ages. Learn, create and have fun together!
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Format
Talks and tours
Join archives staff and world-leading experts for exciting talks and tours, in person and online.
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Format
Special events
Join us for large‑scale, extraordinary events designed to deliver unforgettable experiences inspired by our collection and exhibitions.
Browse by location
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Location
Online
See all our online events, including an exciting range of talks and tours.
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Location
At The National Archives, Kew
See what's on at The National Archives, Kew, including events, exhibitions and displays.