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 2 – 7.
Secret Maps
Who shapes your world? Who decides what you see? What hides behind grid lines?
All Events
List of Events
Legal Storyteller Live!
Gain practical insights from business owners’ experiences tackling legal issues.
How to protect small business brands from internet crime
Tactical and strategic actions you need to do today to protect your business brand.
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
How to build a winning website
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
An energetic exploration of a writer for our times.
Family Workshops: Space Adventures
Go on a family dance adventure exploring outer space!
Study Day: Secret Maps
Carving out two nations: The road to India’s independence and Partition.
Building Tour
Discover more about our history, collection and architecture.