Lightning Talks at The London Archives - IN PERSON

Join us for an evening of Lightning Talks at The London Archives - a fast-paced and friendly event where students and early career researchers can share their work on the history of London and its people.

Each speaker will have just 5 minutes to present their research (or an aspect of their research), followed by time for questions and discussion. Whether you're exploring medieval manuscripts, 20th-century housing, or anything in between, this is a great opportunity to connect with others working on London-focused topics.

Event Schedule:

5.00 - 5.20pm | Arrival & Coffee: Meet fellow researchers over a hot drink

5.20 - 5.30pm | Welcome & Introduction

5.30 - 5.35pm | Lightning Talks (Round 1): 5 speakers + Q&A

5.35 - 5.45pm | Break

5.45 - 6.20pm | Lightning Talks (Round 2): 5 speakers + Q&A

6.30pm | Event Ends (the building is open to 7pm so feel free to stay and chat!)

Want to Present?

We’re looking for students and early career researchers from any discipline or time period to present their work. If your research touches on London or Londoners, we’d love to hear from you!

• Select a “Speaker” ticket to apply to present.
• Talks should be no more than 5 minutes long. One of our team will be in touch with you before the event to discuss your talk.

Just Want to Listen?

No problem! Choose an “Attendee” ticket and come along to hear about exciting new research and meet others working in the field.

Want to join but can't get to The London Archives?

This event listing is to sign up-for in-person tickets (spaces are limited).

• If you'd prefer to join online, go to the event listing for online attendees to sign-up there.

We welcome all researchers working on the history of London and Londoners, who are looking for an opportunity to present their research and meet other ECRs researching London and its people.

The London Archives is a free public archive focusing on the history of London, from 1067 to the present day. We preserve and share millions of historical manuscripts, maps, photographs, books which tell the story of the city. You can find us in central London in Clerkenwell, close to Farringdon Station. More details on our Getting to The London Archives.

The London Archives is funded and managed by the City of London Corporation. We opened as The London Archives in August 2024 and were previously known as London Metropolitan Archives.