What’s on
Featured exhibitions
Unearthed: The Power of Gardening
Discover how centuries of gardening have nurtured individuals, empowered communities and transformed our natural world in a major new exhibition at the British Library this Spring.
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 0–9.
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List of Events
Caryl Phillips: Writing about being a Football Fan
Caryl Phillips discusses his experience as a fan, of writing about football and what Leeds United means to the city he grew up in.
An Introduction to Patents and Patent Searching
This online webinar will explain the basics behind patents, patent protection and registration.
Treasures Tour
Introduction to the Treasures of the British Library
Fashion Founder Friday
These informal AMA’s, hosted by Fashion Angel Founder Alison Lewy MBE, give you the opportunity to ask any business related questions.
Building Tour
Discover more about our history, collection and architecture.
Relaxed Family Workshop: Playful Dance Horizons
Let’s get moving in this vibrant, inclusive Caribbean workshop at this special early opening for SEND families.
Family Workshop: Playful Dance Horizons
Let’s get moving in this vibrant, inclusive Caribbean workshop.
SEND Family Workshop: Sensory Storytelling
Join us for sensory storytelling in our family exhibition Story Explorers: A Journey Through Imaginary Worlds
Family Workshops: Star Cat, Stories in Space
Travel into space with comics writer and artist James Turner.
Unearthed: The Power of Gardening
Discover how centuries of gardening have nurtured individuals, empowered communities and transformed our natural world in a major new exhibition at the British Library this Spring.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 0–9.