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Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives document the experiences of everyday people, and the extraordinary individuals and organisations who have strived for social, political and cultural change. 

Due to the nature of some of the material we hold and that is accessed at the archive, we operate a strict over 18 years of age access restriction. We may request that you to provide proof of your age to view some of our material, so please make sure to bring some with you so you are not disappointed!

London History

LGBTQIA+ Archives

UK Fetish Archive

Protest and Campaigning

Labour and Socialist History

Photographic Collections

Co-operation

Feminist and Women's History

Freethought and Humanism

Oral Histories

Raphael Samuel and History Workshop Archives

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What We Do

Proudly independent since 1895, Bishopsgate Institute is a cultural venue in the City of London. Our beautiful Victorian building is a place for people to connect over a shared love of learning. We believe everyone’s history should be valued, and our special collections and archives document the experiences of everyday life, as well as the people who have campaigned for social, political and cultural change. Come on in to explore our archives, take a course, or hire our amazing spaces.
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