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Delve into a treasure trove of 30,000 volumes exploring London's rich history, from fashion and arts to plagues and pleasure gardens. We’ve got historical maps too.
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Immigration & Identity
Immigration & Identity
How Asian ayahs and amahs arrived in London
These nannies were some of the first Asian women to visit London in the 18th century
Immigration & Identity
Immigration & Identity
Ignatius Sancho: Writer & early Black voter
After gaining his freedom, this 18th-century writer became one of the first Black voters in Britain
Behind the scenes
Behind the scenes
'In remembrance of Melady': Emma Hamilton’s copy of Haydn’s The Creation
Tracing the journey of Haydn's The Creation to the museum Library
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London and Westminster in the Reign of Queen Elisabeth, Anno Dom. 1563 (map)
Wallis, John
1563; c. 1789