Celebrating Hackney’s past, shaping its future – since 1967

Events

We organise a wide range of talks, walks, guided tours and other events, as well as the annual Hackney History Festival each May.

Tickets range from free to £5 for members/£10 for non-members via our Eventbrite page.


Upcoming Events:

Old London Bridge and the Stone Alcoves in Victoria Park

📅 Thursday 13th November 2025, 7:15pm-9pm📍Pembury Community Centre, Atkins Square, Dalston Lane, London, E8 1FA

A talk about the oldest stone bridge over the Thames and what you can see of it in Victoria Park.

 

Wikipedia Editing Workshop

📅 Saturday 6th December 2025, 1:15pm- 4pm📍Hackney Archives, E8 3BQ

Join us to learn how to create content on Wikipedia, a free-content online encyclopedia written and maintained by a community of volunteers. Trainers from Wikimedia UK will give an overview of Wikipedia editing, why it is important and help attendees to get started.

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Holborn Studios – The Battle Against Redevelopment + A Festive Gathering

📅 Thursday 18th December 2025, 6:30pm-9pm📍49-50 Eagle Wharf Road

A seasonal event with talk and discussion on the defence of the Studios against redevelopment.

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The Portico, 34 Linscott Road

Visit our Eventbrite page