To commemorate the birthday of LSE alumnus Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, who championed Dalit rights and Chaired the Drafting Committee for the Indian constitution. We will be displaying his School file from the archives – drop-in to see them in person.
Browse through a selection of materials at your own pace, with staff on hand to answer any questions. Whether you're a newcomer to archives or a seasoned researcher, these laid-back events offer a great opportunity to explore our collections in an informal setting.
What to expect
- Ambedkar archives on display curated by LSE Library curators and archivists
- Interpretation about the archives for you to learn more about what you see
- Staff nearby for chats about the archives or to answer your questions about using archives in teaching, research, creative practice or personal interest.
- At 1pm, an opportunity for a short behind-the-scenes tour of the stores for a general introduction to the collections. *limited to 10 people on a first-come, first-served basis
Book a place to register your interest and receive reminders about the day or just drop in and stay as long as you like!
About us
The British Library of Political and Economic Science (@LSELibrary) was founded in 1896, a year after the London School of Economics and Political Science. It has been based in the Lionel Robbins Building since 1978 and houses many world class collections, including The Women's Library and the Hall-Carpenter Archives.
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