About our events
Join us for family fun from creative family festivals to artist-led workshops, regular under 5s sessions and relaxed openings, there's so much for your family or community group to enjoy together.
What's on
Story Explorers: A journey through imaginary worlds
FreeTake a free family trip through our collection and discover the stories behind objects which take you to wondrous places. Designed for children 0–9.
Family Under 5s Workshop: Peekaboo Art
FreeExperiment with mirrors, art and nature. Suitable for families with children under 5.
Relaxed Early Opening for Families
FreeJoin us for a free sensory friendly early opening of the Library. For families with children aged 2–11.
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Family Station: Explore and Play
FreeExplore the Library with our creative offer, designed with families. Relaxed Afternoon for Families: Story Explorers
FreeJoin us for a sensory friendly opening of Story Explorers: A Journey Through Imaginary Worlds. For families with children aged 2–11.
Relaxed Family Workshop: Playful Dance Horizons
FreeLet’s get moving in this vibrant, inclusive Caribbean workshop at this special early opening for SEND families.
SEND Family Workshop: Sensory Storytelling
Monday 4 August and Monday 18 August FreeJoin us for sensory storytelling in our family exhibition Story Explorers: A Journey Through Imaginary Worlds
Family Station: Explore and Play
Monday 25–Sunday 31 August FreeExplore the Library with our creative offer, designed with families.
Family Station: Explore and Play
Friday 24–Thursday 30 October FreeExplore the Library with our creative offer, designed with families.