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

International Women’s Day Study Day
Monday 8 March 2027 10.30 A Level students will explore the history of women’s rights through the Library’s collection.

Doctoral Open Day: Modern Collections from 1800 to 1950
Friday 19 March 2027 11.30 Explore our modern collections from 1800 – 1950, including maps, India Office records, and stamps.

Doctoral Open Day: Europe, Americas and Oceania
Friday 23 April 2027 11.30 Learn about our collections covering Europe, the Americas and Oceania.

Doctoral Open Day: Contemporary and Digital Collections
Friday 21 May 2027 11.30 Learn about our collections covering 1950 to the present day, as well as digital formats.

One-to-One Information Clinics: Business and Intellectual Property
Multiple dates Sign up for a free one hour Information and Intellectual Property guidance session with a member of our BIPC Team.

Elizabeth and Mary: Royal Cousins, Rival Queens
Term-time, Leeds Experience Tudor life and explore the turbulent relationship between Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots.
Refugee’s Journey: A Drama Workshop
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, Leeds Use drama activities to explore space and characterisation, while learning about the experiences of refugees.
Once Upon a Time
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, Leeds Through exploring the story of the Three Little Pigs, pupils will develop storytelling skills, strengthening their literacy and oracy.

Write Like a Poet
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, Leeds What makes a poem? Do they have to rhyme? Can they be silly?