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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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Spies, Maps, and Secret Missions: Deep Into Enemy Territory
A look into the covert world of spies and maps with Michael Wood, Peter Barber and Alex Kent.

Treasures Tour
Daily Introduction to the Treasures of the British Library
Frankenstein: Guillermo del Toro in Conversation
Sunday 7 December, 18.30 Bringing Mary Shelley's classic to the screen. With special guest Jacob Elordi.

Introduction to copyright for business
Monday 8 December 12.00 Learn the basics of copyright and get an introduction to protecting and managing your copyright as well as using the work of others.

Start using the British Library for my Business
Wednesday 19 November and Monday 8 December Introduction to the British Library's Business & IP Centre and a practical introduction to essential sources of business information.

America Now! American Empire – Past, Present, Future
Monday 8 December 18.30 Is US imperialism back? Did it ever go away?

Journeys through the Archives: Bringing the past to life
Monday 8 December 19.00 with Alexis Wolf, Edmund de Waal and Mathelinda Nabugodi.

Kickstart Your Business (Day 1) – Business Research and Information
Tuesday 2 December 2025 10.00 –Tuesday 24 March 2026 10.00 Business Research and Information is an introductory workshop for entrepreneurs and small businesses to progress their business development.

How to create captivating videos for lead generation
Tuesday 9 December 10.00 Transform your smartphone into a lead-generation powerhouse with easy, cost-effective video marketing strategies.
Featured exhibitions

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 2 – 7.

Secret Maps
24 October 2025 – 18 January 2026 Who shapes your world? Who decides what you see? What hides behind grid lines?