Hackney History Festival
@hackney-hist-fest.bsky.social
Hackney Society, Hackney Archives, Sutton House & many more host Hackney History Festival each May. Get in touch to help shape future events!
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We're back in May! What would you like to see? #hackney #history #heritage #festival @hackney-society.bsky.social
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We're back in May! What would you like to see? #hackney #history #heritage #festival @hackney-society.bsky.social
November 13, 2025 at 9:48 AM
We're back in May! What would you like to see? #hackney #history #heritage #festival @hackney-society.bsky.social
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Proposal in Dalston: reopen Colvestone Primary School as a community education & culture hub, with space for Pollock’s Toy Museum. Read the story & add your support: www.hackneysociety.org/blog/hackney... #Hackneysociety #Dalston #Heritage
November 18, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Proposal in Dalston: reopen Colvestone Primary School as a community education & culture hub, with space for Pollock’s Toy Museum. Read the story & add your support: www.hackneysociety.org/blog/hackney... #Hackneysociety #Dalston #Heritage
We're back in May! What would you like to see? #hackney #history #heritage #festival @hackney-society.bsky.social
November 13, 2025 at 9:48 AM
We're back in May! What would you like to see? #hackney #history #heritage #festival @hackney-society.bsky.social
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Architect Benedict O’Looney explores the design and legacy of Old London Bridge — from its Beaux Arts beauty to its lasting influence on London’s architecture.
Nov 13 | 7:15–9pm GMT
Sign up here: hackneysociety.org
#Heritage #Architecture #London
Nov 13 | 7:15–9pm GMT
Sign up here: hackneysociety.org
#Heritage #Architecture #London
November 10, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Architect Benedict O’Looney explores the design and legacy of Old London Bridge — from its Beaux Arts beauty to its lasting influence on London’s architecture.
Nov 13 | 7:15–9pm GMT
Sign up here: hackneysociety.org
#Heritage #Architecture #London
Nov 13 | 7:15–9pm GMT
Sign up here: hackneysociety.org
#Heritage #Architecture #London
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CAT & MUTTON pub London Fields 1841 76 Broadway market Hackney aka Cat & Shoulder of Mutton 1 Duncan Place LondonFields 1881 Pub been present since 1745 & since that time been variously called Leg of Mutton & Cat, Cat & Shoulder of Mutton West St
November 8, 2025 at 5:06 PM
CAT & MUTTON pub London Fields 1841 76 Broadway market Hackney aka Cat & Shoulder of Mutton 1 Duncan Place LondonFields 1881 Pub been present since 1745 & since that time been variously called Leg of Mutton & Cat, Cat & Shoulder of Mutton West St
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Nov 1907: The Bedford Dining Room Suite ad from Hackney Furnishing Co Ltd
(+Alexandra Model Piano and 5ft Barrel Front Sideboard)
«Suggestions to those about to marry and hints on Xmas & New year's Gifts»
(+Alexandra Model Piano and 5ft Barrel Front Sideboard)
«Suggestions to those about to marry and hints on Xmas & New year's Gifts»
November 9, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Nov 1907: The Bedford Dining Room Suite ad from Hackney Furnishing Co Ltd
(+Alexandra Model Piano and 5ft Barrel Front Sideboard)
«Suggestions to those about to marry and hints on Xmas & New year's Gifts»
(+Alexandra Model Piano and 5ft Barrel Front Sideboard)
«Suggestions to those about to marry and hints on Xmas & New year's Gifts»
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I’ve posted this site, Hackney Henge, before for #StandingStoneSunday but I passed it again on a walk this week and I thought it worth another picture. Properly known as Nature’s Throne, it’s made from bits of old pumping station
November 9, 2025 at 1:33 PM
I’ve posted this site, Hackney Henge, before for #StandingStoneSunday but I passed it again on a walk this week and I thought it worth another picture. Properly known as Nature’s Throne, it’s made from bits of old pumping station
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#OtD 9 Nov 1845 Gertrud Guillaume-Schack, a countess who became a revolutionary socialist, feminist and anarchist, was born in Uschütz in what is now Poland. She was active in Germany and Hackney, East London stories.workingclasshistory.com/article/1093...
November 9, 2025 at 9:55 PM
#OtD 9 Nov 1845 Gertrud Guillaume-Schack, a countess who became a revolutionary socialist, feminist and anarchist, was born in Uschütz in what is now Poland. She was active in Germany and Hackney, East London stories.workingclasshistory.com/article/1093...
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OK, anyone else ancient enough to understand this Hackney graffiti?
November 4, 2025 at 6:38 PM
OK, anyone else ancient enough to understand this Hackney graffiti?
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#BOTD 1904
Winifred Shotter in Hackney, London. Actress, known for Rookery Nook (1930), Sorrell and Son (1933) and Plunder (1930). Best known for her appearances in the Aldwych farces of the 1920s and early '30s.
Winifred Shotter in Hackney, London. Actress, known for Rookery Nook (1930), Sorrell and Son (1933) and Plunder (1930). Best known for her appearances in the Aldwych farces of the 1920s and early '30s.
November 5, 2025 at 11:55 AM
#BOTD 1904
Winifred Shotter in Hackney, London. Actress, known for Rookery Nook (1930), Sorrell and Son (1933) and Plunder (1930). Best known for her appearances in the Aldwych farces of the 1920s and early '30s.
Winifred Shotter in Hackney, London. Actress, known for Rookery Nook (1930), Sorrell and Son (1933) and Plunder (1930). Best known for her appearances in the Aldwych farces of the 1920s and early '30s.
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Love Hackney? Join your local Conservation Area Advisory Committee (CAAC) and help protect the borough’s heritage, design & character.
No experience needed — just passion for your community!
Volunteer today: www.hackneysociety.org/caac/
#Hackney #Volunteering
No experience needed — just passion for your community!
Volunteer today: www.hackneysociety.org/caac/
#Hackney #Volunteering
November 7, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Love Hackney? Join your local Conservation Area Advisory Committee (CAAC) and help protect the borough’s heritage, design & character.
No experience needed — just passion for your community!
Volunteer today: www.hackneysociety.org/caac/
#Hackney #Volunteering
No experience needed — just passion for your community!
Volunteer today: www.hackneysociety.org/caac/
#Hackney #Volunteering
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Some great stuff at the V&A’s new cabinet of curiosities based in Hackney.
October 27, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Some great stuff at the V&A’s new cabinet of curiosities based in Hackney.
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Wonderful day in London at the V&A East Storehouse Hackney Wick for the David Bowie Centre. It's so worth while going to see some unbelievable and unique personal items from the man's life. 2nd ticket allocation released tomorrow it's free (you can donate) and brilliant ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️
October 21, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Wonderful day in London at the V&A East Storehouse Hackney Wick for the David Bowie Centre. It's so worth while going to see some unbelievable and unique personal items from the man's life. 2nd ticket allocation released tomorrow it's free (you can donate) and brilliant ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️
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How did Dalston shape UK music? Four Aces took Black music from ska/rocksteady to dub, lovers rock, dancehall & early jungle. New panel + memory garden honour Sir Collins. Read & share memories: www.hackneysociety.org/blog/tv-actr...
#Hackney #Dalston #FourAces #SirCollins #UKMusicHistory
#Hackney #Dalston #FourAces #SirCollins #UKMusicHistory
October 23, 2025 at 8:28 AM
How did Dalston shape UK music? Four Aces took Black music from ska/rocksteady to dub, lovers rock, dancehall & early jungle. New panel + memory garden honour Sir Collins. Read & share memories: www.hackneysociety.org/blog/tv-actr...
#Hackney #Dalston #FourAces #SirCollins #UKMusicHistory
#Hackney #Dalston #FourAces #SirCollins #UKMusicHistory
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115 inspiring stories of women who helped shape Hackney.
From suffragettes Alice Paul and Olive Beamish to creatives and community leaders, this new release celebrates their lasting impact.
👉 Order your copy: www.hackneysociety.org/publications...
#Hackneysociety
From suffragettes Alice Paul and Olive Beamish to creatives and community leaders, this new release celebrates their lasting impact.
👉 Order your copy: www.hackneysociety.org/publications...
#Hackneysociety
October 9, 2025 at 11:22 AM
115 inspiring stories of women who helped shape Hackney.
From suffragettes Alice Paul and Olive Beamish to creatives and community leaders, this new release celebrates their lasting impact.
👉 Order your copy: www.hackneysociety.org/publications...
#Hackneysociety
From suffragettes Alice Paul and Olive Beamish to creatives and community leaders, this new release celebrates their lasting impact.
👉 Order your copy: www.hackneysociety.org/publications...
#Hackneysociety
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NEW for 2026: Hackney Tour Guiding Course.
Build the research + presentation skills to deliver professional walking tours — while exploring Hackney’s history from medieval roots to modern creative districts.
Limited bursaries • Apply by 31
Application:
www.hackneysociety.org/guiding-cour...
Build the research + presentation skills to deliver professional walking tours — while exploring Hackney’s history from medieval roots to modern creative districts.
Limited bursaries • Apply by 31
Application:
www.hackneysociety.org/guiding-cour...
September 9, 2025 at 9:33 AM
NEW for 2026: Hackney Tour Guiding Course.
Build the research + presentation skills to deliver professional walking tours — while exploring Hackney’s history from medieval roots to modern creative districts.
Limited bursaries • Apply by 31
Application:
www.hackneysociety.org/guiding-cour...
Build the research + presentation skills to deliver professional walking tours — while exploring Hackney’s history from medieval roots to modern creative districts.
Limited bursaries • Apply by 31
Application:
www.hackneysociety.org/guiding-cour...
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Hackney: Modern, Restored, Forgotten, Ignored.
A landmark book marking 40 years of The Hackney Society, showcasing 40 extraordinary buildings — from the modern to the forgotten.
👉 Get your copy:
www.hackneysociety.org/publications...
#HackneySociety #HackneyHeritage #HackneyHistory
A landmark book marking 40 years of The Hackney Society, showcasing 40 extraordinary buildings — from the modern to the forgotten.
👉 Get your copy:
www.hackneysociety.org/publications...
#HackneySociety #HackneyHeritage #HackneyHistory
September 2, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Hackney: Modern, Restored, Forgotten, Ignored.
A landmark book marking 40 years of The Hackney Society, showcasing 40 extraordinary buildings — from the modern to the forgotten.
👉 Get your copy:
www.hackneysociety.org/publications...
#HackneySociety #HackneyHeritage #HackneyHistory
A landmark book marking 40 years of The Hackney Society, showcasing 40 extraordinary buildings — from the modern to the forgotten.
👉 Get your copy:
www.hackneysociety.org/publications...
#HackneySociety #HackneyHeritage #HackneyHistory
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Brand New from Past Tense:
“Green Beneath the Skies”
How Rioting Saved Hackney Downs
In 1875, common land at Hackney Downs, East London was fenced off for development.
Rioting, sabotage & campaigning saved the open space
Buy online here:
pasttensehistories.bigcartel.com/product/gree...
“Green Beneath the Skies”
How Rioting Saved Hackney Downs
In 1875, common land at Hackney Downs, East London was fenced off for development.
Rioting, sabotage & campaigning saved the open space
Buy online here:
pasttensehistories.bigcartel.com/product/gree...
July 27, 2025 at 8:49 AM
Brand New from Past Tense:
“Green Beneath the Skies”
How Rioting Saved Hackney Downs
In 1875, common land at Hackney Downs, East London was fenced off for development.
Rioting, sabotage & campaigning saved the open space
Buy online here:
pasttensehistories.bigcartel.com/product/gree...
“Green Beneath the Skies”
How Rioting Saved Hackney Downs
In 1875, common land at Hackney Downs, East London was fenced off for development.
Rioting, sabotage & campaigning saved the open space
Buy online here:
pasttensehistories.bigcartel.com/product/gree...
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Women from Hackney #Wikithon.
Join @hackney-society.bsky.social for a free Wikipedia editing workshop this Sat 6 Sep 2025 1:15 - 4:15 PM #Hackney #Archives, E8 3BQ. All levels of experience welcome, introduction & training provided. Book your place here www.tickettailor.com/events/hackn...
Join @hackney-society.bsky.social for a free Wikipedia editing workshop this Sat 6 Sep 2025 1:15 - 4:15 PM #Hackney #Archives, E8 3BQ. All levels of experience welcome, introduction & training provided. Book your place here www.tickettailor.com/events/hackn...
September 1, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Women from Hackney #Wikithon.
Join @hackney-society.bsky.social for a free Wikipedia editing workshop this Sat 6 Sep 2025 1:15 - 4:15 PM #Hackney #Archives, E8 3BQ. All levels of experience welcome, introduction & training provided. Book your place here www.tickettailor.com/events/hackn...
Join @hackney-society.bsky.social for a free Wikipedia editing workshop this Sat 6 Sep 2025 1:15 - 4:15 PM #Hackney #Archives, E8 3BQ. All levels of experience welcome, introduction & training provided. Book your place here www.tickettailor.com/events/hackn...
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Ever wanted to help shape Wikipedia?
Join our Wikipedia Editing Workshop at Hackney Archives — Sunday 3rd August, 1:15–4:15 pm.
With friendly trainers from Wikimedia UK.
Hackney Archives, E8 3BQ.
Register here: www.tickettailor.com/events/hackn...
#Wikipedia #HackneyHistory #HackneySociety
Join our Wikipedia Editing Workshop at Hackney Archives — Sunday 3rd August, 1:15–4:15 pm.
With friendly trainers from Wikimedia UK.
Hackney Archives, E8 3BQ.
Register here: www.tickettailor.com/events/hackn...
#Wikipedia #HackneyHistory #HackneySociety
July 8, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Ever wanted to help shape Wikipedia?
Join our Wikipedia Editing Workshop at Hackney Archives — Sunday 3rd August, 1:15–4:15 pm.
With friendly trainers from Wikimedia UK.
Hackney Archives, E8 3BQ.
Register here: www.tickettailor.com/events/hackn...
#Wikipedia #HackneyHistory #HackneySociety
Join our Wikipedia Editing Workshop at Hackney Archives — Sunday 3rd August, 1:15–4:15 pm.
With friendly trainers from Wikimedia UK.
Hackney Archives, E8 3BQ.
Register here: www.tickettailor.com/events/hackn...
#Wikipedia #HackneyHistory #HackneySociety
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Blusky
The Buildings at Risk Group from The Hackney Society is working hard to identify, protect, and campaign for the historic buildings that shape our borough’s unique character.
These places matter.
www.hackneysociety.org/campaigns/bu...
#Heritage #BuildingsAtRisk #Hackneysociety
The Buildings at Risk Group from The Hackney Society is working hard to identify, protect, and campaign for the historic buildings that shape our borough’s unique character.
These places matter.
www.hackneysociety.org/campaigns/bu...
#Heritage #BuildingsAtRisk #Hackneysociety
July 11, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Blusky
The Buildings at Risk Group from The Hackney Society is working hard to identify, protect, and campaign for the historic buildings that shape our borough’s unique character.
These places matter.
www.hackneysociety.org/campaigns/bu...
#Heritage #BuildingsAtRisk #Hackneysociety
The Buildings at Risk Group from The Hackney Society is working hard to identify, protect, and campaign for the historic buildings that shape our borough’s unique character.
These places matter.
www.hackneysociety.org/campaigns/bu...
#Heritage #BuildingsAtRisk #Hackneysociety
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Kingsland Shopping Centre is getting a fresh new logo. We're looking for designs that celebrate everything we love about Dalston. £2K for the winner | Deadline: Fri 5 September 2025
Entry form: www.kingslandshopping.com/competition/...
#HackneyCreatives #DalstonDesign #Hackneysociety
Entry form: www.kingslandshopping.com/competition/...
#HackneyCreatives #DalstonDesign #Hackneysociety
July 22, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Kingsland Shopping Centre is getting a fresh new logo. We're looking for designs that celebrate everything we love about Dalston. £2K for the winner | Deadline: Fri 5 September 2025
Entry form: www.kingslandshopping.com/competition/...
#HackneyCreatives #DalstonDesign #Hackneysociety
Entry form: www.kingslandshopping.com/competition/...
#HackneyCreatives #DalstonDesign #Hackneysociety
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The second series of The Hackney and Newham History Social Podcast has now launched.
Produced by Immediate Theatre, the docuseries is hosted by actor and broadcaster Sue Elliott-Nicholls.
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Produced by Immediate Theatre, the docuseries is hosted by actor and broadcaster Sue Elliott-Nicholls.
podcastingtoday.co.uk/podcast-cele...
Podcast celebrates Hackney and Newham’s Modern History
The second series of The Hackney and Newham History Social Podcast has now launched.
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November 27, 2024 at 2:55 PM
The second series of The Hackney and Newham History Social Podcast has now launched.
Produced by Immediate Theatre, the docuseries is hosted by actor and broadcaster Sue Elliott-Nicholls.
podcastingtoday.co.uk/podcast-cele...
Produced by Immediate Theatre, the docuseries is hosted by actor and broadcaster Sue Elliott-Nicholls.
podcastingtoday.co.uk/podcast-cele...
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Hello East London. The Hackney and Newham History and Social Club have more eps of their podcast up. If you wanna hear first hand stories about the boroughs from the folks that shaped it head over to - immediate-theatre.com/work/heritag...
The Hackney and Newham History Social Club | Immediate Theatre
The Hackney and Newham History Social Club – History told by the people who make it.
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December 3, 2024 at 1:56 PM
Hello East London. The Hackney and Newham History and Social Club have more eps of their podcast up. If you wanna hear first hand stories about the boroughs from the folks that shaped it head over to - immediate-theatre.com/work/heritag...
Tales from Hackney's Memory Palaces video is now live on our YouTube channel!
#hackneyhistoryfestival #hackney #hackneysociety #hackneywick
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#hackneyhistoryfestival #hackney #hackneysociety #hackneywick
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Tales from Hackney's Memory Palaces | NIGEL SMITH
Since films first flickered on London screens in 1896 Hackney has been home to more than 60 cinemas ranging from grand architectural marvels to neighbourhood...
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June 20, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Tales from Hackney's Memory Palaces video is now live on our YouTube channel!
#hackneyhistoryfestival #hackney #hackneysociety #hackneywick
youtu.be/bD9DzYt4pgI?...
#hackneyhistoryfestival #hackney #hackneysociety #hackneywick
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