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
Building Tour
Discover more about our history, collection and architecture.
The Lie of the Land: Who Controls the Map?
Ed Parsons, Ollie Ballinger, Pragya Agarwal and Mike Duggan on how maps can expose injustice, challenge authority, and reshape what we see.
Quills and Calligraphy Masterclass
Explore quills and calligraphy in this one-day course.
Treasures Tour
Introduction to the Treasures of the British Library
Start-up Day 2025
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
Gain actionable insights on how to secure funding for your business growth and long-term success.
Introduction to Intellectual Property
An understanding of intellectual property and its protection is vital for anyone with an idea.
Start using the British Library for my Business
Introduction to the British Library's Business & IP Centre and a practical introduction to essential sources of business information.
How to develop a PR strategy for growth
Master PR skills to boost your business growth with insights from industry experts.