Archive

Our archive documents the work of the Society since its foundation in 1877 and is an invaluable source of information and inspiration.

Our archive contains a file on building known as Willy Lott’s House in Flatford, Suffolk. which was was made famous by its depiction in John Constable’s paintings, most notably ‘The Hay Wain’.

Many people don’t know that before Hardy became famous for his novels and poems, he had an earlier career as an architect. He was also a committed SPAB member and volunteer.

To mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day, we take a look into our archive to reflect on the SPAB’s work during the war years and its response to the effects of the conflict.

We were given a a flattering cartoon in 1957 in honour of the SPAB’s 80th anniversary.

Our archive contains a collection of magic lantern slides which are being catalogued by volunteers. We are rediscovering some wonderful images of ancient buildings and structures around Britain.

We're delighted to have lent a treasure from our archive to the current exhibition at Dovecot Studios in Edinburgh, which explores May Morris' life and work. 

For Halloween, we searched our records for people pictured in our some early photographs.

St Oswald's church has a long history with the SPAB, involving one of our most famous members