What’s on
Featured exhibitions
Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery
A major exhibition on the woman behind the books.
Conquest: The Making of Norman England
A major exhibition exploring the impact of William the Conqueror on England.
All Events
List of Events
Writing Climate Fiction That Changes Minds
Join us to explore how can we communicate climate change in a way that inspires joyful action rather than climate anxiety.
John Berger: Do You Know What I Watch?
A choral reading by Katya and Yves Berger, following animal traces in John Berger’s work.
Dynasties in Dialogue: The Tang, the Qing, and China Today
Xiaolu Guo and Paul French explore how China's imperial past continues to shape its present.
Creative Writing Masterclass: Writing Memories Together
Write creatively with a friend or family member.
National Emergency Briefing – Community Screening
Screening followed by a Q&A.
Setting up a Staff Sustainability Network
Discover how staff at the British Library created an impactful Sustainability Staff Network.
Libraries and Positive Climate Action: Climate Resilience
Hear how libraries and cultural organisations around the world are responding to the challenges of climate change.
Fat Freddy's Drop: Based on a True Story
Event Cancelled. A Classic Album Sundays conversation and listening exclusive with one of the world’s finest live bands.
Start-up Stars: From Purpose to Profit
A conversation with purpose-driven founders exploring how they are turning environmental and social challenges into viable businesses.