What’s on
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.
Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery
A major exhibition on the woman behind the books.
All Events
List of Events
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.
Securing Your Payments
Learn about how to build better payment strategies and tackle payment struggles.
Green Libraries Week: Schools
Navigating climate mis- and disinformation is the focus of this year’s Green Libraries Week for schools.
Writing a Greener Future: A Creative Writing Workshop for Young Writers
Join award-winning author Laura Baggaley for a creative writing workshop exploring thrutopian futures – imagining paths from today toward something better.
Inspiring Entrepreneurs: Business Rooted in Community
This Black History Month, we’re spotlighting the founders who don’t just build businesses, they build up entire communities.
Reimagining Edward Elgar: Past, Present and Future
Explore the musical world of Edward Elgar.
Green Libraries Week: Climate Fiction with Richard Lambert