Islington Local History Centre

The story of Islington from Anglo Saxon village to major urban centre is told through the unique collections at the Islington Local History Centre.

If you are Interested in the history of your family, your home, a local business or landmark, Local History Centre staff can help you access the information you need.

For basic information on what we keep at the Local History Centre check the What’s Available section.

You don’t need to be a library member or live in Islington to make use of Local History Centre facilities, but space in our search room is limited, so we do ask that you contact us in advance of your visit to book a place.

If you are unable to visit the Local History Centre we can offer a paid-for postal research service. Please contact us for more information.

Opening Hours

Monday and Thursday: 9.30am-8pm
Tuesday, Friday and Saturday: 9.30am-5pm
Wednesday and Sunday: Closed
Closed from 1pm-2pm daily.

If you have any comments or suggestions to make about our service, please contact:

Martin Banham, Local History Manager
Lorraine Lees, Librarian

Address:
Islington Local History Centre
Finsbury Library
245 St John Street
London
EC1V 4NB

Tel: 020 7527 7988

Email: local.history@islington.gov.uk

Location: Close to junction of St John Street and Skinner Street.

Bus: 153

Tube:
Angel (Northern Line)
Farringdon (Metropolitan, Circle and City Lines)

Train:
Farringdon (Thameslink)

Notes:
The Local History Centre is fully wheelchair accessible and has a disabled toilet.