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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 2 – 7.
Secret Maps
Who shapes your world? Who decides what you see? What hides behind grid lines?
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Online Course: History of Maps
Join cartographic specialists as they lead us through the history of maps during this six-week course.
Beginners Guide to Business Finance
The essentials of managing working capital: who, what, why, where, when and how.
Kickstart Your Business (Day 2) – Get Started
Get Started is an introductory workshop for entrepreneurs and small businesses to progress their business development.
Treasures Tour
Introduction to the Treasures of the British Library
Family Under 5s Workshop: Meet Anansi
Discover the mischievous Anansi!
Fashion Founder Friday
These informal AMA’s, hosted by Fashion Angel Founder Alison Lewy MBE, give you the opportunity to ask any business related questions.
Sensory Storytelling: Secret Maps
X marks the spot in this fun-filled sensory adventure around our latest exhibition!
Secret Maps Workshop
Students will develop information literacy and critical thinking skills by exploring our maps collection.
Self-Guided Visit: Story Explorers
A self-guided opportunity for schools to discover our riotous new hands-on exhibition taking a fresh look at the Library’s collection.