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
PEN Pinter Prize 2026: Jacqueline Rose
The annual prize in memory of Nobel-Laureate playwright Harold Pinter.
The Wordsworth Lecture: The Poetry That Changed The World
William and Dorothy Wordsworth at Rydal.
Getting It Made
A practical and inspiring webinar focusing on sourcing and production management for fashion and accessory brands
Get Published
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.
Live schools' broadcast: the Bayeux Tapestry
This British Museum session is delivered in partnership with the British Library, English Heritage and Norwich Museum Service.
Study Day: Oscar Wilde
A Level students will explore the life and work of Oscar Wilde, with access to rare archival and manuscript material.
Launch of Somali Week Festival 2026
The Somali Week Festival launch returns to the British Library.
Family Festival: Stories, Sign and Shine
Take part in this exciting day inspired by wondrous stories, both real and imaginary.
God Save the Queens!
The women who changed punk.