An exhibition of treasures from the collections of the British Postal Museum and Archive, representing the great wealth of material in The Royal Mail Archive and the Museum Collection.

Special highlights of the exhibition include one of the only complete sheets of Penny Blacks in the world, and the Old Original die of 1840 from which all Penny Blacks and many Penny Reds were created.

Also included are unique items celebrating the centenary of the world's first regular Aerial Post from Hendon to Windsor, established as part of the celebrations for the coronation of King George V. This includes the striking 1911 poster promoting the flight, original artwork for commemorative postcards and envelopes, and the postcard addressed from the pilot Gustav Hamel to the Postmaster General. Original handstamps from both Hendon and Windsor will also be on display.

Free entry.

http://postalheritage.org.uk/page/treasures-archive

BPMA Search Room
Freeling House
Phoenix Place
London
WC1X 0DL

The Royal Mail Archive is open Monday to Friday, and on selected Saturdays. Check their website for specific times.


And... a very special opportunity.

An introduction to The British Postal Museum & Archive (it's in Phoenix Place) with a behind the scenes tour of the collections through the secure area to discover social, postal, and design history from 1636 to today. Facinating artifacts and historical items.

Monday 7 November, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

Free entry.

To reserve your place call 020 7239 2570 or e-mail info@postalheritage.org.uk