What’s on
Featured exhibitions
Story Explorers: A journey through imaginary worlds
Take a free family trip through our collection and discover the stories behind objects which take you to wondrous places. Designed for children 0 – 9.
Secret Maps
Who shapes your world? Who decides what you see? What hides behind grid lines?
All Events
List of Events
How to master the art of grant fundraising
Master grant fundraising! Craft winning approaches and secure funding with expert guidance and strategies.
Teacher CPD: Hamlet in context
Wednesday 12 November 16.00 Join Professor Emma Smith and teacher Michael Donkor for fresh perspectives, tips and resources focusing on teaching Hamlet at Key Stage 4 – 5.
Legal Storyteller Live!
Wednesday 12 November 17.30 Gain practical insights from business owners’ experiences tackling legal issues.
How to build a winning website
Thursday 13 November 14.00 Build a standout website. Learn WordPress basics and design strategies for start-ups and small businesses.
Wild About Jane Austen: The Woman Behind the Novels
Thursday 13 November, 19.00 An energetic exploration of a writer for our times.
The Lie of the Land: Who Controls the Map?
Friday 14 November, 19.00 Ed Parsons and Ollie Ballinger on how maps can expose injustice, challenged authority, and reshaped what we see.
Quills and Calligraphy Masterclass
Saturday 15 November 10.00 Explore quills and calligraphy in this one-day course.
Start-up Day 2025
Monday 17 November 9.30 As part of Global Entrepreneurship Week we’ve created an action-packed day of inspiring talks and practical sessions.
How to raise capital for business growth
Tuesday 18 November 14.00 Gain actionable insights on how to secure funding for your business growth and long-term success.
Story Explorers: A journey through imaginary worlds
Until Sunday 18 January 2026 Take a free family trip through our collection and discover the stories behind objects which take you to wondrous places. Designed for children 0 – 9.
Secret Maps
24 October 2025 – 18 January 2026 Who shapes your world? Who decides what you see? What hides behind grid lines?