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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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How Cobra can help your business journey
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Grant finder – Financial support for your business and community
Monday 28 July 11.30 During this webinar the British Library will show you the GRANTfinder business information database.
Relaxed Afternoon for Families: Story Explorers
Monday 28 July and Monday 11 August Join us for a sensory friendly opening of Story Explorers: A Journey Through Imaginary Worlds. For families with children aged 2–11.
Inventors' Club
Monday 28 July 18.00 Great ideas can change the world!Summer Scholars Lunchtime Talks
Tuesday 29 July 12.30 A UK-based Muscogee artist and a London-based photographer discuss creative influences and working practices.
Start using social media for my small business
Tuesday 29 July 13.00 Everyone seems to talk about social media these days, but how can Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok and blogging actually help?Emotional Encounters: Indian Indenture
Friday 18 July and Tuesday 29 July Explore emotional encounters with archives, maps and objects, led by members of the Black, African and Asian Therapy Network.
Financial Goal Mapping
Wednesday 30 July 10.00 Set and understand your business financial goalsBeginners Guide to Business Finance
Wednesday 30 July 10.30 The essentials of managing working capital: who, what, why, where, when and how.
Unearthed: The Power of Gardening
Until Sunday 10 August 2025 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
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 0–9.