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?
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List of Events
Family Workshop: Tales from the Shed
Join us on the last day of Story Explorers to celebrate the joy of stories.

Building Tour
Available Fridays and Sundays Discover more about our history, collection and architecture.

Introduction to Intellectual Property
Tuesday 20 January 11.00 An understanding of intellectual property and its protection is vital for anyone with an idea.

How Cobra can help your business journey
Tuesday 20 January 11.00 When you're starting out in business, trying to find the right information can seem daunting. Well, we can help!

Grant finder – Financial support for your business and community
Tuesday 20 January 12.30 During this webinar the British Library will show you the GRANTfinder business information database.

Start using the British Library for my Business
Tuesday 20 January 14.00 Introduction to the British Library's Business & IP Centre and a practical introduction to essential sources of business information.

Soul Trader: Build your business by heart
Wednesday 21 January 10.00 Join leading life & business coach Rasheed Ogunlaru author of Soul Trader, to learn how to build an authentic, rewarding business.

HMRC – registering for self-employment or registering your business
Wednesday 21 January and Wednesday 11 March Your obligation to HMRC whether registering as self-employed or registering your new business.

Getting It Made
Wednesday 21 January 14.00 A practical and inspiring webinar focusing on sourcing and production management for fashion and accessory brands
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?