MI5: Official Secrets closed on 23 November 2025

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MI5: Official Secrets

Visit our 5-star rated exhibition, made in partnership with MI5 – now extended until 23 November.

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Slow Horses on show

TV drama meets real-life spy histories at The National Archives.

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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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Legenda with Janina Ramirez

Hear a brilliant reappraisal of the women behind the myths that shaped Europe.

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Secret diplomatic message deciphered after 350 years

Ruth Selman shares an exciting update!

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Announcing upcoming exhibition, Revolution 250: The Making of the USA

Free exhibition will feature rare Declaration of Independence

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