Information

Discover our extensive range of reference and information sources including:

Reference and Information Enquiry Service

All Idea Store libraries welcome general reference enquiries and provide information on a wide range of topics. The main Reference and Information collection can be found on the 3rd Floor at Idea Store Whitechapel.

Online Reference and Information Services

As an Idea Store member you can use our Online Reference Library, for free 24-hour access to a growing number of subscription services. 

Discover links to recommended web sites from a wide range of subject areas through our Information Gateway and Information for Parents, Grandparents, Disabled People and People Over 50.

Local Studies & Archives

Would you like to find out about the history of Tower Hamlets and the people who have lived there? Discover an extensive collection of local history materials at our Local Studies & Archives library.

Digital Gallery

The new look Digital Gallery will showcase historial images of the borough’s streets and buildings, people and communities.

Archives Online

The Archives Online documents available include marriage registers and rate books.

Idea Store Design

Everything you need know about Idea Store development and design can be found in the Idea Story.

What's On

Find out about Idea Store activities, events and promotions in our What's On section.

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