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Featured exhibitions

  • A vintage black typewriter and a brown suitcase sit on a teal background. Their shadows form the silhouette of Hercule Poirot behind the typewriter and a steam train behind the suitcase, creating a visual metaphor for mystery writing and travel.

    Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery

    Friday 30 October 2026 – Sunday 20 June 2027 

    A major exhibition on the woman behind the books.  

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  • Detail from a manuscript, the illustration shows a figure seated on a throne, he is wearing a crown
    Opening October 2027 at British Library, London

    Conquest: The Making of Norman England

    Friday 1 October 2027 – Sunday 27 February 2028

    A major exhibition exploring the impact of William the Conqueror on England.

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  1. Girl standing up writing on a chalkboard and a mum with her child playing sitting on the floor with several sensory items around.
    Free

    Family Station Relaxed Early Opening: Halloween Weekend

    Sunday 1 November 9.00

    Join us for a free sensory friendly early opening of the British Library with a spooky twist.

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  2. Girl standing up writing on a chalkboard and a mum with her child playing sitting on the floor with several sensory items around.
    Free

    Family Station: Halloween Weekend

    Sunday 1 November 11.00

    Pop in for spooky crafts, books and enjoy a fang-tastic time with us!

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  3. A women looks into a wall display case of books.

    Treasures Tour

    Daily

    Introduction to the Treasures of the British Library.

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  4. The exterior of the British Library

    Building Tour

    Available Fridays and Sundays

    Discover more about our history, collection and architecture.

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  5. A hand written letter beginning with 'my darling, what a journey'
    Years 5 – 6 and Years 7 – 13
    Free

    Exhibition workshop: Agatha Christie

    Monday to Thursday, 2 November – 18 June, London

    Get to know the Queen of Crime in hands-on sessions for schools exploring our exhibition, Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery

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  6. A woman in 1920s attire boarding a train
    Years 5 – 6 and Years 7 – 13
    Free

    Self-guided visit: Agatha Christie

    Monday – Thursday, 2 November 2026 – 18 June 2027, London

    A self-guided opportunity for schools to explore our landmark exhibition, Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery.

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  7. China Mieville

    China Miéville presents The Rouse

    Monday 2 November 19.30

    A defining new work from the bestselling, award-winning master of uncanny fiction.

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  8. Adults sat around a table talking
    Free

    How to master the art of grant fundraising

    Tuesday 3 November 11.00

    Master grant fundraising! Craft winning approaches and secure funding with expert guidance and strategies.

    More info
  9. An image of a hand holding a paint pallet and paint brush with orange paint
    Free

    Dementia-Friendly Monthly Art Workshops

    First Wednesday of the month, 11.00

    A monthly creative workshop for people living with dementia and their carers.

    More info
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