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
Family Workshops: Puppetry with Polka
Step into a world of imagination with Polka Theatre, suitable for ages 4 – 7.
David Bowie in Time
A day at the British Library.
Family Workshop: Puppetry with Polka
Step into a world of imagination with Polka Theatre, suitable for ages 7 – 9.
Family SEND Workshop: Puppetry with Polka
Step into a world of imagination with Polka Theatre.
David Bowie in Time: Just a Cabaret
With special guests Blixa Bargeld and Nikko Weidemann, and Jehnny Beth.
Family Workshop: Tales from the Shed
Join us on the last day of Story Explorers to celebrate the joy of stories.
Building Tour
Discover more about our history, collection and architecture.
Introduction to Intellectual Property
An understanding of intellectual property and its protection is vital for anyone with an idea.
How Cobra can help your business journey
When you're starting out in business, trying to find the right information can seem daunting. Well, we can help!