What’s on
Featured exhibitions

Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery
A major exhibition on the woman behind the books.

Conquest: The Making of Norman England
A major exhibition exploring the impact of William the Conqueror on England.
All Events
List of Events

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.

Family Station: Halloween Weekend
Sunday 1 November 11.00 Pop in for spooky crafts, books and enjoy a fang-tastic time with us!

Treasures Tour
Daily Introduction to the Treasures of the British Library.

Building Tour
Available Fridays and Sundays Discover more about our history, collection and architecture.

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

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.

China Miéville presents The Rouse
Monday 2 November 19.30 A defining new work from the bestselling, award-winning master of uncanny fiction.

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.

Dementia-Friendly Monthly Art Workshops
First Wednesday of the month, 11.00 A monthly creative workshop for people living with dementia and their carers.