RPS Historical Group visit to The National Archives, Kew

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  The National Archives, Kew

  Date: 25th May 12

  Time: 10:30AM - 2:00PM

  Location: Kew, London

  Postcode: TW99DU

  Access:   

  Contact: Donald Stewart

  Email:

  Phone: 01592 840277

  Cost: Free

  Type: Other

  Group: Historical

  Region: London

Steven Cable from The National Archives, Kew, will host the Historical Group and show some of the rich photographic treasures that TNA holds. These range from the Stationer's Hall copyright records, to government records containing photography, through to company records for photographic companies. The Group will have rare access outside of the normal Reading Rooms to these materials.

Those intending to visit are encouraged go to www.nationalarchives.gov.uk then to Records on the tool bar then the Browse our guidance panel A - Z and click on P,  this will give access to what is catalogued under Photography.  Material of interest can be identified from there can made available.

The National Archives is a short walk from Kew Gardens District underground line and National Rail overground station. Free parking is available.

Places are limited to a maximum of 20 people and as this event is proving popular earlier booking is recommended. Two pieces of identification are required on the day. 

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