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We will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday 25 May 2026. We open as usual the next day, Tuesday 26 May.

Funded and Managed by
City of London Corporation
The London Archives
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Exhibitions and displays

Find out what's on

Current exhibitions and displays

Find out more about the current exhibitions and displays at TLA and our partner sites. We encourage you to book a ticket to help manage our visitor numbers. Please contact us if you will be visiting in a group larger than 6 people.

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Exhibition
Londoners on Trial
Crime, Courts and the Public 1244-1924
Our current exhibition explores the history of law and order in London, uncovering the stories of London’s criminals, victims and law enforcers from the medieval period to modern times. Runs until 25 February 2027
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What's On
Spotlight on The Africa Centre
9 February to 2 July 2026
This free small display celebrates the rich history and cultural impact of The Africa Centre.
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What's On
Clendinning's Islington
Until August 2026
Experience the life and designs of architect Max Clendinning inside and around his London home in this unique display of photographs from RIBA and The London Archives
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Exhibition
'America and London' display
From 2 May until 29 October
In this free display at the City of London Heritage Gallery at Guildhall - we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and celebrate some of the links between America and London.

Current Exhibition - Londoners on Trial

Until 25 February 2027