Historic London tramways posters on display
A collection of historic posters from the London tramways network will go on display in February 2025.
The London Archives will showcase 40 posters dated from 1922 to 1933, including official tramways guides, photographs and a map.
The posters promote heritage attractions including the British Museum, days out at Hampstead Heath and Battersea Park, sports activities and shopping.
The posters would have been originally displayed at the front of tramcars, at London County Council sites and around the tram network.
The first set of posters was commissioned in black and white by the London County Council from their Central School of Arts and Crafts.
Colour posters were then commissioned following their success, with other designers working on the project.
London’s Tramways Posters will be on display from 10 February to 26 June at The London Archives, 40 Northampton Road, London EC1R 0HB
