Archives & Collections
Page through cultural history in our archives and collections
Just for the record, our archives are extensive, featuring materials related to our history, culture, poetry and art, and hosting regular events.
Whether you’re answering a research question, writing a novel or simply curious, there’s plenty to explore on our central London site.
Come and browse our collections, view our exhibitions and displays, or try archive-related activities for yourself. You can find out more about some of our collections online.
Southbank Centre Archive
Our archive holds 1.4 kilometres of memories about performances, exhibitions and events
Hayward Gallery Art Library
All the information you need to access the archive material, exhibition catalogues and art publications held by the Hayward Gallery Art Library.
National Poetry Library
Up on Level 5 of the Royal Festival Hall, find the world’s largest public collection of modern poetry
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