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:We collect, preserve and provide access to records that contribute to Hackney's socio-economic and cultural identity to help everyone understand Hackney's past and present. We're the official repository for the historic records of the London Borough of Hackney and its predecessors, including minutes and reports. Our reference collections support research into Hackney, Stoke Newington and Shoreditch, providing contextual information about the local area and its residents. | :We collect, preserve and provide access to records that contribute to Hackney's socio-economic and cultural identity to help everyone understand Hackney's past and present. We're the official repository for the historic records of the London Borough of Hackney and its predecessors, including minutes and reports. Our reference collections support research into Hackney, Stoke Newington and Shoreditch, providing contextual information about the local area and its residents. | ||
=== Hammersmith & Fulham Archives and Local Studies === | |||
'''Hammersmith & Fulham Archives and Local Studies'''<br>Hammersmith Library<br>Shepherds Bush Road<br>Hammersmith, London W6 7AT<br>Telephone: 020 8753 3850<br> | |||
Email: [mailto:archives@lbhf.gov.uk archives@lbhf.gov.uk]<br> | |||
Website: [https://www.lbhf.gov.uk/libraries/archives-and-local-studies Hammersmith & Fulham Archives and Local Studies] | |||
:We hold the archives and local history collections for Hammersmith & Fulham, including documents, books, maps, photographs and paintings, old newspapers and other sources for family and house history. These records come from the council and its predecessor bodies, local institutions such as hospitals, churches and schools, and from members of the local community. | |||
:Are you interested in tracing your family history or house history, or looking at how your neighbourhood has changed over the years? Maybe you want to learn more about notable local residents or local pottery works? Whatever your interests, staff and volunteers will be happy to assist your research, either in person or through email. | |||
=== London Metropolitan Archives === | === London Metropolitan Archives === |
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