Pop-up Display: European Literary Map of London on
09 May 2025, 12:00 pm–4:00 pm

Find us at the Student Centre on Friday 9th May for an interactive pop-up event showcasing the European Literary Map of London (ELML)! This event is hosted by the UCL European Institute in collaboration with the European & International Social & Political Studies (EISPS) Society.
This event is free.
Event Information
Open to
- All
Cost
- Free
Organiser
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Lucy Shackleton
Location
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The MezzanineUCL Student Centre27-28 Gordon SquareLondonWC1H 0AW
This pop-up pre-empts a larger event, “Mapping the City – European Writers in London,” hosted at Europe House. For details, visit the event page.
What to Expect
Explore
Discover how literature has shaped London’s cultural and linguistic landscape, and the feelings, experiences, and memories of those who have passed through or called the city home.
Contribute
Discover how literature has shaped London’s cultural and linguistic landscape, and the feelings, experiences, and memories of those who have passed through or called the city home. Join us for a special Europe Day pop-up display at UCL’s Student Centre on 9th May 2025 to celebrate European writers’ contributions to London’s literary heritage—past, present, and future.
Share
Take part in short filmed conversations reflecting on London, literature, migration, and belonging. Whether you have a favourite book that captures the spirit of the city or a personal story to share, we’d love to hear from you (participation is optional!).
Meet the Team
Chat with the project leads and EISPS students working on the European Literary Map. Learn about the research behind the map, how different narratives shape our understanding of place, and how you can get involved in mapping the literary and lived experiences of London.