What’s on
Featured exhibitions
Story Explorers in Leeds
Our Story Explorers exhibition is launching off to Leeds! Play your way around this family exhibition co-produced with Leeds Libraries.
Fairy Tales
A family adventure through magical worlds and enchanted stories.
All Events
List of Events
Conservation Studio Tour
Discover what goes on in the Conservation Studios at the British Library.
PRECIOUS Nights – The Power of Building What Lasts
An intimate evening for women building businesses, careers and creative lives. A conversation about longevity, care, and what truly lasts.
How to Start and Run a Successful Restaurant, Coffee Bar or Food Business
Explore the best ways of opening and running a viable and profitable food business like a cafe, restaurant, bakery, or cake shop!
Study Day: International Women's Day
A Level students will explore the history of women’s rights through our collection.
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.
What is a trade mark and how to search for one
Customers need to be able to identify your business from your competition in a highly competitive market place.
Black Women Speak Volumes
Bernardine Evaristo, Joy Francis, Yvvette Edwards and Andi Oliver give voice to the stories of older Black women.
Quills and Calligraphy Masterclass
Explore quills and calligraphy in this one-day beginners course.
Introduction to Intellectual Property
An understanding of intellectual property and its protection is vital for anyone with an idea.