Hackney History Events

Hackney History (Friends of Hackney Archives) encourages and supports interest in Hackney’s fascinating past, particularly through the use of Hackney’s 700 years of Archives which can be found here.

Hackney’s history is extensive and varied. It has been home to the poor and rich, and many notable figures, from politics, science, and religion. A wealth of migrants have passed through and contributed to the modern borough, and there are many stories to be discovered. Notable businesses were formed here, and pioneering technological developments, particularly in the Lea Valley. Hackney also saw groundbreaking experiments in public services, especially schools and hospitals, and gives an insight into the growth of the modern state.

Membership of Hackney History helps promote Hackney Archives and its wide-ranging collections; build the collections; and increase awareness of Hackney’s history, of peoples and places.

Members receive the newsletter The Hackney Terrier three times a year, and the occasional journal, Hackney History. We also hold regular meetings, talks and events which are free to members.

To become a member costs £15.00 per calendar year in the UK; £30.00 overseas; £3.00 for each additional member at the same address (one mailing sent per address). Join here.