Mass Observation

An archive of everyday thought, feeling and opinion in the UK.

You can also find us on IG (@massobsarchive) and LinkedIn

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

Their letters show us not just their blossoming relationship, but what it was like to find love in wartime.

Attendees will be able to hear the letters read aloud, as well as see the original materials.

December 4th, 2-4pm.
https://t.co/S437mdBKy7

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

We are thrilled to be sharing the story and Carl and Bobbie as part of winter events season! This moving collection is comprised of letters between the couple from when they first met, up until the birth of their first child.

[Jamie Harrison @harrison_jamie1]

Some fascinating insights into how archives can help us embed more emotional literacy into the history curriculum. Always a pleasure working with such a great team! Special thanks to to @MassObsArchive and the Cadbury Research Library @unibirmingham for their continued support

[Andy Balmer @AndyBalmer]

We're recruiting a PhD student. ESRC funded, for a Msc. Sociology & then PhD Sociology. PhD on Mass Observation Project, looking at visual and material aspects of the archive and how this helps us to understand everyday life. More info in thread & link: https://t.co/Con85NYK8K

[Claire Langhamer @ClaireLanghamer]

A privilege to be at the launch of Bolton Museum’s new exhibition - Class of 1937 & 2023 - and the MO trail designed by students from Ladybridge High. Bolton’s young people, teachers, and museum professionals are a total joy to work with. @boltonLMS @ihr_history
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[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

@MadamPratolungo Hi Sarah, you can find the link here: https://t.co/5s5NgC9umZ Thank you for taking part!

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

Diary day is this Sunday! Are you ready? You can find out more about how to submit your diaries at https://t.co/YBYpeFFvMP

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

Our annual Diary Day is approaching! Every year on #12thmay we do an open call for diaries. Diaries can be in whatever format you want, handwritten, electronic, collage, paintings or photos, we just want to know what you got up to! #12thmay is your chance to be part of history

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

The following day we'll also be discussing all things 12th May and everyday life in Covid the following day! Book an online spot here: https://t.co/0OXaiPqurk

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

We're very excited to be hosting this event tomorrow! You can book an in person, or virtual spot, here https://t.co/7hLezvEoVC

[Politics at Sussex @SussexPolitics]

📕👉Join us TOMORROW at 2pm (Ashdown AH101) for the launch of 2 books that use evidence from @MassObsArchive: The politics of feeling in Brexit Britain by @ea_robinson, Jonathan Moss and Jake Watts and Everyday Life in the Covid-19 Pandemic by Nick Clarke.

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

Book your free space here: https://t.co/qUtqDxJuZm

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

🚨Event 🚨 'The politics of feeling in Brexit Britain', You are invited to the launch of two books that use evidence from the Mass Observation Archive to explore the everyday responses to two transformative events in contemporary history: Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic

[TakeShelter! @TakeShelterDJS]

Find out more about Barry & Gerald's story and what it was like to be a child evacuated to Brighton as part of your air raid shelter tour. See a sneak peek in this great ITV coverage: https://t.co/EgqeuDcPqf...
Tickets for our big Brighton Fringe weekends available now!

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

@MMoffski @Naomi_Daw @PPCasting @TheKeepArchives Hi Michelle, I'm sure we have something in the MOA collection that could help with this! If you have any questions do drop us an email at [email protected] 😊

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

We've got a new blog post up on our site! History student @emily_gcalcraft compares responses to the #coronation in 1937 and 2023, as well as media coverage of the Coronations and public expectations of the Monarchy and the Royal Family https://t.co/GgcUFZaP8r

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

Our annual Diary Day is approaching! Every year on #12thmay we do an open call for diaries. Diaries can be in whatever format you want, handwritten, electronic, collage, paintings or photos, we just want to know what you got up to! #12thmay is your chance to be part of history

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

Find out more about how to take part here: https://t.co/CRkAMc5Ehw

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

Not long now until our annual diary day...

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

We accept submissions in whatever format people are most comfortable with! The team always love to see people being creative with their responses

[Mass Observation @MassObsArchive]

Another exciting event happening at @TheKeepArchives ! A really interesting collection covering a very wide range of topics

[The Keep @TheKeepArchives]

Explore highlights from the Jeremy Hutchinson QC archive at The Keep on Weds 17 April @2.30pm. Dr Wendy Hitchmough will discuss her research & project archivist Alexander Taylor will provide insights & answer questions. Booking is free on Eventbrite https://t.co/yd1e86TDkm