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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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Lit in Colour Teacher Conference 2025
A collaboration between Penguin Books and the British Library, this free in-person conference supports English teachers and school librarians of primary and secondary years.
Veterans’ Voices: Legacies of Britain’s Nuclear Testing Programme
Friday 12 September 19.00 A unique insight into a largely hidden chapter of Cold War history.
Inspiring Entrepreneurs: Beauty and The Business
Thursday 18 September 18.30 Unveil the secrets to building a thriving beauty business.
South Asian Britain: Connecting Histories
Friday 19 September 19.00 An evening of storytelling, discussion, and sound, celebrating the vibrant legacy of South Asians in Britain.
Family Workshop: Portals and Other Worlds
Sunday 21 September 11.15 A tardis? A shoe? A time travelling toilet?
Family Workshop: Yummy in My Tummy
Sunday 21 September 11.15 Let's share our love of food!
Family Workshop: I Am Me!
Sunday 21 September 13.00 Let's celebrate what makes us each special!
Family Workshop: Dynamic Duos
Sunday 21 September 13.00 Discover other-worldly characters.
Family Workshop: Vietnam, Family and Home
Sunday 21 September 14.30 Explore our country highlight: Vietnam.
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.