The W H Smith Archive
TO RECEIVE, STORE AND PRESERVE THE HISTORICAL COLLECTION OF LETTERS, DOCUMENTS, MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS AND ARTEFACTS RELATING TO THE W H SMITH FAMILY AND COMPANY PRESENTLY OWNED BY THE W H SMITH FAMILY AND COMPANY AS A DISCRETE ARCHIVE FOR THE BENEFIT OF HISTORIANS, SCHOLARS AND THE PUBLIC GENERALLY
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TO RECEIVE, STORE AND PRESERVE THE HISTORICAL COLLECTION OF LETTERS, DOCUMENTS, MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS AND ARTEFACTS RELATING TO THE W H SMITH FAMILY AND COMPANY PRESENTLY OWNED BY THE W H SMITH FAMILY AND COMPANY AS A DISCRETE ARCHIVE FOR THE BENEFIT OF HISTORIANS, SCHOLARS AND THE PUBLIC GENERALLY
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Frequently asked questions about The W H Smith Archive
What does The W H Smith Archive do?
TO RECEIVE, STORE AND PRESERVE THE HISTORICAL COLLECTION OF LETTERS, DOCUMENTS, MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS AND ARTEFACTS RELATING TO THE W H SMITH FAMILY AND COMPANY PRESENTLY OWNED BY THE W H SMITH FAMILY AND COMPANY AS A DISCRETE ARCHIVE FOR THE BENEFIT OF HISTORIANS, SCHOLARS AND THE PUBLIC GENERALLY
When was The W H Smith Archive registered as a charity?
The W H Smith Archive was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 April 1998 as charity number 1069183. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs The W H Smith Archive?
The W H Smith Archive is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The W H Smith Archive operate?
The W H Smith Archive operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The W H Smith Archive a registered charity?
Yes — The W H Smith Archive is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1069183.
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SW1H 0BL
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