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Featured exhibitions

Story Explorers in Leeds
Our Story Explorers exhibition is launching off to Leeds! Play your way around this family exhibition co-produced with Leeds Libraries.

Fairy Tales
A family adventure through magical worlds and enchanted stories.
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List of Events

Artists' Books Study Day
Join us for a look at our Artists’ Books display, with talks from contemporary artist, Tracey Bush, alongside creative workshops.

How to keep on top of your business finances
Tuesday 14 April 14.00 Maximise business potential with financial clarity! Gain vital skills in managing your business numbers confidently.

Get Published
Wednesday 15 April, Wednesday 8 July and Wednesday 14 October Have you written (or are writing) a book and want to get it published? This workshop covers both going via a publisher and self-publishing.

Stages Across the Atlantic: Theatrical Exchange, Past, Present & Future
Thursday 16 April 19.00 How have theatrical ideas and talent flowed across the Atlantic, shaping performance styles and cultural narratives in the UK and US?

HistFest 2026
Saturday 18th April – Sunday 19th April HistFest is back! This spring, one of the UK’s Leading history festival returns to the British Library.

Family Workshops: Puppetry with Little Angel Theatre
Sunday 19 April, 13.00 and 14.30 Perform Fairy Tales.

Exhibition workshop: Fairy Tales
Monday to Thursday, 20 April – 16 July, London Take your pupils on a magical adventure in an interactive exhibition at the Library all about fairy tales!

Fairy Tales for Grown-Ups
Tuesday 21 April 19.30 An evening of dark and daring stories with Amal El-Mohtar, Susanna Clarke, Gregory Maguire and Terri Windling.

How to navigate the business legal landscape with ease
Wednesday 22 April 14.00 Learn the essentials of your legal setup, from business structures to day-to-day operations and establish a robust foundation.