Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 19/09/2026Some new acquisitions for the new academic year, ranging from the medieval to the contemporary. If you would like to explore more, browse our collections pages www.history.ac.uk/library/coll... And... 182
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 17/09/2026It's that time of year again. Any existing member can renew their membership by filling out the form from our library membership page. Similarly any new members with an interest in history can join the library too (no proof of ID required and completely free) - www.history.ac.uk/library/libr...history.ac.ukLibrary MembershipThe IHR Library offers free membership for academic staff, students and researchers. 070
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryInstitute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 10/09/2026History Day is back! Join us on 18 November. 12111
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 10/08/2026Just letting our readers know we have two new collection guides available, one giving a general overview of our Latin American collections, and the other focusing on Brazil. Feel free to have a browse. www.history.ac.uk/library/coll... www.history.ac.uk/library/coll...history.ac.ukLatin American History CollectionsDiscover the Latin American History Collections in the IHR Wohl Library 041
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryInstitute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Are you starting a new research degree in history from Sept? If so, come along to our in-person IHR workshop & learn about our fantastic @ihrlibrary.bsky.social, our 60 IHR seminars & how you can join @ihrhistorylab.bsky.social, our national postgraduate network! www.history.ac.uk/news-events/...history.ac.ukIHR Workshop for New Research Students in History | 2026IHR Research Training 11718
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryInstitute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 22/07/202625 Nov. Join us for this online Open History Library Training sessions, hosted by @ihrlibrary.bsky.social team, who will introduce you to the wealth of Latin American collections and resources available at the IHR & @senatehouselib.bsky.social www.history.ac.uk/news-events/... @ilcs.bsky.socialhistory.ac.ukOpen History Library Training: Introducing Latin American History Collections and ResourcesCLACS & IHR Research Training 034
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 17/07/2026Just letting readers know about our August opening hours. Throughout August we will be closed on Saturday and from Monday to Friday we will be open from 09.00 to 18.30. Our regular hours will resume from the 1st September. www.history.ac.uk/about-us/ope... 043
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 14/07/2026🖨️ This maintenance work has been postponed. Printing will remain available on Wednesday 15 July. Apologies for any confusion caused. 🖨️ 020
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryVictoria County History @vch-home.bsky.social · 30/06/2026We are delighted to share the news that the latest new VCH project is live. We have published only one volume for #Devon to date, and now Professor Nicholas Orme has begun the process of developing text on the county's medieval religious houses. The first drafts are now available. #Skystorians 1/3history.ac.ukDevon volume II - The Medieval Church and Religious Houses to 1550When completed, the Victoria County History of Devon, volume II will provide detailed accounts of the medieval church in Devon and the religious houses of the county. 14121
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 26/06/2026Although it's a bit toasty, Dantean (other adjectives are available), drinking water can be found in the ground floor common room and, as some have discovered, the basement reading room remains cool. Also if anyone wants some cool reading, you can find works in polar history within our collections. 0123
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 16/06/2026Before next week's @ihr.bsky.social London Summer School (Sickness & Health) begins, all are welcome to browse the library's collection guide on Medical History. It includes an overview of what can be found in the library and links to other relevant collections - www.history.ac.uk/library/coll...history.ac.ukHistory of Medicine CollectionsDiscover Medical History Collections in the IHR Wohl Library. 1149
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryCentre for the History of People, Place & Community @chppc.bsky.social · 01/06/2026Recent @ihr.bsky.social MA student and Library Services Manager @ihrlibrary.bsky.social, @katewilcox.bsky.social, has won the Phil Batman Family History Prize (Centre for Regional & Local History, University of Leicester). Discover her powerful and moving project: blog.history.ac.uk/2026/06/crea...blog.history.ac.ukCreative historical practice: an eighty-year family journey - On HistoryKate Wilcox, Library Services Manager at the IHR, recently completed the IHR’s MA in History, Place and Community. Here, she shares her experiences of developing a critical-creative research project. 1247
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 29/05/2026New Books time again. Browse a range of titles recently acquired by the library ranging from medieval Germany, via 17th century Mexico and Eton in the 1990s, finishing at a squat in Paris in 2015. If you like what you see remember membership is free www.history.ac.uk/library/libr... 021
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryDr Eve Hayes @evehayes123.bsky.social · 28/05/2026Very excited to announce this upcoming Open History Library Training introducing our extensive - and world renowned - Latin American collections! www.history.ac.uk/news-events/... @ihrlibrary.bsky.social @ihr.bsky.social @senatehouselib.bsky.social @ilcs.bsky.social @sas-news.bsky.social #LASA2026 0104
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibrarySchool of Advanced Study, University of London @sas-news.bsky.social · 28/05/2026Enjoy world-class resources at the Institute of Historical Research and access one of the world’s greatest open-shelf collections of primary works, reference materials, bibliographical and archival guides in the study of history. Find out more: history.ac.uk 041
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 15/05/2026For anyone interested in Tudor government or Elizabeth I in general, newly arrived in the library today are the Proceedings of the Privy Council, 1582-1583. It's now on the shelves in the first floor reading room - search.libraries.london.ac.uk/permalink/44... 2187
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 09/05/2026New books time again which IHR library members can browse on the 1st and 2nd floors (P.S. becoming a member is easy and free - just fill out a form www.history.ac.uk/library/libr...) 0134
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 27/04/2026Launched late last week, the lastest IHR library collection guides, this time on the History of Emotions www.history.ac.uk/library/coll...history.ac.ukHistory of Emotions CollectionsDiscover History of Emotions Collections in the IHR Wohl Library 060
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 25/04/2026We're closed on Saturday 2 and Monday 4 May, and Saturday 23 and Monday 25 May for the May Bank Holidays. We will reopen on Tuesday 5 and 26 as normal. For more details on our upcoming closures and our opening hours see history.ac.uk/about-us/opening-hours 021
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryUni of Sheffield Special Collections, Heritage and Archives SCHA @uoscollections.bsky.social · 21/04/2026Last week we hosted the History and Archives in Practice annual conference #HAP26 and what an incredible day we had!👏 This year's theme 'Shaping Societies, Improving Lives' was explored through panels, workshops and a showcase of archive services and projects all over the UK... [1/4] 1136
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 10/04/2026We're keeping our survey open till the end of the month! If you haven't had a chance to share your thoughts, please do so here: buff.ly/92pbzWx. Plus there is the opportunity to win a £25 National Book Token if you complete the survey and enter into our optional prize draw 📖 024
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryInstitute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 15/03/2026Still time to book - Join us for this online training session on 28th April, hosted by the @ihrlibrary.bsky.social team, which will bring together a panel of historians, librarians and subject specialists to discuss the History of Emotions www.history.ac.uk/news-events/...history.ac.ukResearching the History of EmotionsPlease enable JavaScript in your web browser to get the best experience. 14122
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 10/03/2026And they're back! Readers can oncemore access our range of collection guides which give overviews to our collections as well as introductions to themes which run through them. Follow the link to start browsing: www.history.ac.uk/library/coll... Even more will be added in the coming weeks.history.ac.ukCollectionsInformation about the IHR Wohl Library's collections. 0199
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 08/03/2026This Women's History Month and International Women's Day we're highlighting one of the most important women in the IHR's own history - Eliza Jeffries Davis. Jeffries Davis was a historian (and librarian!) who played a pivotal role in the founding of the IHR. 1184
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 04/03/2026It's new books time again. You can view a selection of newly acquired items on the 1st and 2nd floors including a selection of sources, reference works and historiography titles ranging from the medieval to the contemporary. 160
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 03/03/2026The IHR Library 2026 survey is now open and closes Friday 10 April! 😊 Do you have any feedback, comments or suggestions about the IHR Library? If so, please fill out our annual survey here: forms.office.com/e/BjwVZYhsc5. 168
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryInstitute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 18/02/2026The Bibliography of British and Irish History (BBIH) has recently been updated with 4000+ new references. Discover further details about this update in this On History blog buff.ly/eWSMfuT @brepols.netblog.history.ac.ukBibliography of British and Irish History February 2026 update - On HistoryWhat’s new in BBIH? The February 2026 update to the Bibliography of British and Irish History adds over 4,000 new publications. The new update includes books, journal articles, book chapters, and… 02010
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 13/02/2026Happy Valentines Day from all of us at the IHR Library! We have many romantic texts on our shelves including these collections of love letters. 💌 Second image taken from Lovers in Wartime 1944 to 1945 by Vaughn Davis Bornet. 030
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryInstitute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 08/02/2026Date for your diary - join us Join us for this online training session on 28th April, hosted by the @ihrlibrary.bsky.social team, which will bring together a panel of historians, librarians and subject specialists to discuss the History of Emotions www.history.ac.uk/news-events/...history.ac.ukResearching the History of EmotionsPlease enable JavaScript in your web browser to get the best experience. 03020
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryInstitute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 05/02/2026Are you studying, researching or teaching the histories of race and ethnicity? Try using the Bibliography of British and Irish History (BBIH). It contains 670,000+ resources from 55 BCE to today! Find out how to use BBIH buff.ly/yD11954 @brepols.netbuff.lyUsing BBIH online: a help pack for students and lecturersFor the academic year, we've a help pack offering guides to BBIH in undergraduate and graduate teaching and research. With embeddable content for VLEs. 22721
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 03/02/2026🏳️🌈 February is LGBT+ History Month. This year's theme is Science and Innovation so we are highlighting some prominent LGBT+ scientists and innovators featured in the IHR Library's Collection! 🧑🔬 #LGBTHistoryMonth 250
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 03/02/2026Thanks - if anyone wants an overview of what we have we have a guide to the types of maps you can find here - www.history.ac.uk/map-collecti...history.ac.ukMap CollectionsFind out more about cartographic resources in the IHR Wohl Library. Covering all parts of the world, the collections include sheet maps, atlases, gazetteers and guides. 0204
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryNeil Stewart @neilstewart.bsky.social · 30/01/2026A reminder that applications for this post close this Sunday 1 February. @ihr.bsky.social @ihrlibrary.bsky.social 026
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryInstitute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 29/01/2026Are you studying, researching or teaching in the histories of Britain or Ireland? Try using the Bibliography of British and Irish History (BBIH), it contains 670,000+ resources from 55 BCE to today! Find out how to use BBIH buff.ly/yD11954 @brepols.nethistory.ac.ukUsing BBIH online: a help pack for students and lecturersFor the academic year, we've a help pack offering guides to BBIH in undergraduate and graduate teaching and research. With embeddable content for VLEs. 12014
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryCentre for the History of People, Place & Community @chppc.bsky.social · 28/01/2026Great to see our new IHR Discovery Course on 'Historic Maps: Interpreting Stories of Place', led by @justincolson.bsky.social, getting off to a brilliant start this morning. A full room, lots of treasures from @ihrlibrary.bsky.social, + a fascinating few days of lectures, workshops and visits ahead! 0207
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 26/01/2026If anyone would like a similar session, details about arranging it can be found here: www.history.ac.uk/library-digi...history.ac.ukEnquiries and ToursContact our expert library and digital staff for enquiries, training or visits. 064
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibrarySt Peter's College, University of Oxford @spcoxford.bsky.social · 21/01/2026It is with deep sadness that the Master and Fellows of St Peter’s College share news of the death of Professor Stephen Baxter, Fellow and Tutor in Medieval History. Our full tribute will be shared soon. ow.ly/cy8J50Y0yrB 0209
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryInstitute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 20/01/2026More Research Training from the IHR . The term 2 calendar is now live. www.history.ac.uk/study-traini... 02217
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 15/01/2026A range of titles can be browsed on the display on the first floor highlighting new addtions to our local history collections including two new titles gifted to us from @vch-home.bsky.social 1132
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 14/01/2026Join us for this online training session, hosted by the IHR Library and Digital Team, which will bring together a panel of historians, librarians and subject specialists to discuss the History of Emotions. Everyone is welcome. 01810
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryCatherine Clarke @cathamclarke.bsky.social · 07/01/2026These new courses, on a similar model to our @ihr.bsky.social Summer School, are going to be really exciting! Teaching, trips and guest experts, then the option to add a (free) extra day with bespoke research guidance from our colleagues @ihrlibrary.bsky.social, to work on your own current project. 01810
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryNeil Stewart @neilstewart.bsky.social · 06/01/2026We're advertising for a new Graduate Trainee Library Assistant, to start here at the IHR in September 2026. It's a great introduction to libraries and the profession, and the IHR is a fascinating place to work. Please repost! www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DPZ835/g... @ihr.bsky.social @ihrlibrary.bsky.socialjobs.ac.ukGraduate Trainee Library Assistant at University of LondonDiscover Graduate Trainee Library Assistant jobs and more in higher education on jobs.ac.uk. Apply for further details on the top job board. 11315
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 03/01/2026🎉 We re-open bright and early at 9am after Winter break on Monday. See you then! 🎉 031
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 19/12/2025History Day is one of the library team's favourite days of the year! Hear more about it here: #HistDay25 020
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 15/12/2025🎄 As Christmas is around the corner we thought we'd highlight some festive books in the IHR Library's collection. Check out our blog post here: buff.ly/n51KGU8 🎄 020
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryInstitute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 12/12/2025Discover Christmas in the @IHRLibrary.bsky.social with our Graduate Library Trainees, Sasha Pond and Sarah Snelling blog.history.ac.uk/2025/12/chri...blog.history.ac.ukChristmas in the IHR Wohl Library - On HistoryThis blog post was written by Sasha Pond and Sarah Snelling, the 2025-2026 Graduate Trainee Library Assistants at the IHR Wohl Library. This Christmas at the IHR Wohl Library we are highlighting four… 031
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 09/12/202520 November to 20 December is UK Disability History Month. Here at the IHR we have been relaunching our collection guides including our Disability History guide: buff.ly/zXSqTKe 072
Institute of Historical Research Wohl Library @ihrlibrary.bsky.social · 04/12/2025☃️ ❄️ The IHR Wohl Library will close on 24 December and reopen on 5 January 2026! ❄️ ☃️ 032
Reposted by Institute of Historical Research Wohl LibraryInstitute of Historical Research @ihr.bsky.social · 18/11/2025Cloudflare seem to have sorted out the issue we are back to normal now. 081