The Camden History Society wants everyone to enjoy the history of the London Borough of Camden.
Since 1970, we have worked voluntarily to research the social and architectural history of an area that stretches from Highgate to Holborn and Kilburn to King's Cross. We have discovered stories of growth, struggle, invention and inspiration, and can share that with you through our many local history publications and regular public events.
If you join as a member you get free entry to talks, a copy of our award-winning annual journal the Camden History Review, our bi-monthly newsletter full of articles and local research, and an invitation to join our ticketed yearly outing to a place of historic interest.
Events
We are now offering a mixture of online and offline talks: ‘in person’ talks at live venues, enabling members to socialise; and talks via Zoom, which have proved popular and can reach a wider (even international) audience. Talks normally start at 7.30pm on the dates shown, but do check each one for details. Talks are available for free by following the Zoom links emailed to each CHS member. Do become a member if you would like to attend. You will need to have previously put Zoom on your computer or tablet. Some, but not all, of our talks are recorded and those can be watched by anyone on the links below.
Publications
The Camden History Society is nationally respected for its publications and has published more than 80 titles, including the popular Streets... series.
Research Room
Find something new in our collection of articles, newsletters and research.
Contribute
We welcome historians and scholars amongst our members and offer help and advice to those who wish to undertake and publish research themselves. Contact us if you want to contribute to the Camden History Review, our newsletter, suggest a talk or offer research.
You might also like to contribute to Historic England's listed building record. They are inviting our members, with the rest of the public, to share knowledge and pictures of listed places, which will appear on the List after the official entry for that place.
