What’s on
Featured exhibitions
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.
Secret Maps
Who shapes your world? Who decides what you see? What hides behind grid lines?
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Islam in Medieval England
Our expert panel explore the Islamic presence in England during the medieval and early modern period.
Punk: 50 Years of Rebellion, Creativity and Raw Energy
A cultural revolution that changed the world.
Step Inside Your Fantasy Adventure
Join authors Katie and Kevin Tsang, and illustrator Viviane Schwarz to explore fantasy fiction, portal stories and magical creatures.
Screening of African Apocalypse
The forgotten victims of colonial atrocity in a film from the award-winning director, Rob Lemkin.
Heart of Conrad
Joseph Conrad in Contemporary Culture.
Teacher CPD: Hamlet in context
Join Professor Emma Smith and teacher Michael Donkor for fresh perspectives, tips and resources focusing on teaching Hamlet at Key Stage 4 – 5.
Wild About Jane Austen: The Woman Behind the Novels
An energetic exploration of a writer for our times.
The Lie of the Land: Who Controls the Map?
Ed Parsons and Ollie Ballinger on how maps can expose injustice, challenged authority, and reshaped what we see.
Quills and Calligraphy Masterclass
Explore quills and calligraphy in this one-day course.