Guildhall Library

The original Library at Guildhall was founded in the 1420s. Today, it is a major public reference library which specialises in the history of London.

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[Neil MacInnes OBE @macinnes_neil]

Great to host a visit from @GuildhallLib @MancLibraries - a delight to see the library and reading room so busy with all spaces buzzing with activity , engagement and activation - a joy

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New blog post! Wood engraving in the nineteenth century https://t.co/UMrl9FN1YU

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‘An almanack or prognostication for… 1658’ (S PAM 173) by Sarah Jinner of London who wrote a series of almanacs 1658-1664. Thought to be one of the first women to be a professional writer. Aimed at educated people, they included forecasts & medical remedies for women.

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🎂To mark Charles Darwin’s birthday we have been admiring some of his first editions here. #DarwinDay

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We enjoyed our 600th anniversary event yesterday - showing many treasures and telling the story of the library. Also bubbles and cake! Thank you to @cookandbutlerevents for the splendid cake!

[CoL Guides 🇺🇦 @colguides]

If this interests you do come and explore Roman London with us https://t.co/QNvxs3WNRm London https://t.co/0ffA3WSGUx on our regular tour. Beginnings of Roman London discovered in office basement https://t.co/teYiZYG1D1

[Guildhall Library @GuildhallLib]

🎂To mark Charles Darwin’s birthday we have been admiring some of his first editions here. #DarwinDay

[Guildhall Library @GuildhallLib]

‘An almanack or prognostication for… 1658’ (S PAM 173) by Sarah Jinner of London who wrote a series of almanacs 1658-1664. Thought to be one of the first women to be a professional writer. Aimed at educated people, they included forecasts & medical remedies for women.

[City of London @cityoflondon]

Describing itself as ‘The Library of London History’, @GuildhallLib is holding a series of talks, walks, and literary viewings throughout 2025 to celebrate 600 years since it was founded. The City Corporation-owned library focuses on London history and houses the largest collection devoted to a single city in the world, as well as collections on early printed books, English law, Parliamentary records, business history, and maritime records. #DestinationCity https://t.co/5XWQc8PMr2

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New blog post! Wood engraving in the nineteenth century https://t.co/UMrl9FN1YU

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The wait is over! Our London Careers Festival is here, kicking off two weeks of career inspiration, networking, and opportunity! From today, over 15,000 students and young people will connect with leading employers, gaining insights to shape their futures. Find out more here: https://t.co/tTwqyk0hZT

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How to leave an impression...👑This beautiful illustrated letter incorporating Elizabeth I is in the The Plaisterers Company Book of Ordinances, 1571-1635. Orders of the Mayor, Court of Aldermen & Privy Council.

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It’s definitely soup weather🥣A small collection from our food & drink history collection offers some hearty recipes & great design too.
Watercress Cookbook, 1977 (ED PAM 126) Good Soups, 1945 (AS 601) Thermos Economy Cooking, 1955 (ED PAM 129 365 Tasty Dishes, 1906 (ED 343)

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A class from St Thomas’s Academy enjoyed a workshop yesterday about the Great Plague of 1665. They were shown original materials up close that recorded statistics, official orders & remedies. They were excited to see – as a novelty – the world’s smallest dictionary! 📚📜🌟

[Guildhall Library @GuildhallLib]

It’s definitely soup weather🥣A small collection from our food & drink history collection offers some hearty recipes & great design too.
Watercress Cookbook, 1977 (ED PAM 126) Good Soups, 1945 (AS 601) Thermos Economy Cooking, 1955 (ED PAM 129 365 Tasty Dishes, 1906 (ED 343)

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Come join us as we kick off Guildhall Library's 600th anniversary celebrations!
Thursday 13th of Feb 6-8pm
We will be sharing the history of the library and some of our oldest and rarest books. We will also have bubbles and cake! Tickets via Eventbrite https://t.co/Hi4oYlNkFc

[Guildhall Library @GuildhallLib]

Come join us as we kick off Guildhall Library's 600th anniversary celebrations!
Thursday 13th of Feb 6-8pm
We will be sharing the history of the library and some of our oldest and rarest books. We will also have bubbles and cake! Tickets via Eventbrite https://t.co/Hi4oYlNkFc