Tonic to the nation: The Festival of Britain 70 years on

May 2021 marks 70 years since the opening of the Festival of Britain, intended as a ‘tonic to the nation’ following the Second World War, and showcasing the best of British arts and industrial design, science and technology.

Join us for this special event celebrating the festival and explore some of the most exquisite, evocative and unique collections held at The National Archives and The Southbank Centre Archive.