Our latest exhibition introduces the women of medieval Europe through their own words, visions and experiences. Discover the themes of the exhibition and some of the star items in our digital webspace ...

Our international work includes multiple collaborations, projects and relationships. We work with library sector partners worldwide to make connections, share knowledge and further the work of ...

We support small business owners, start-ups, sole traders, inventors and anyone with a business idea, from that first spark of inspiration to successfully launching and growing a business. We’re free ...

Start-up Day returns to the British Library on Tuesday 19 November, full of inspiring talks and practical sessions There will be a number of in-person events that will be streamed online, featuring ...

In 2025, the British Library's major exhibitions will explore the transformative, enriching and sometimes radical power of gardening in Britain (May to August) and the relationship between mapping and ...

Join us for transporting exhibitions, events with a host of world-class speakers, courses designed to expand your perspectives and inspiring workshops for families. We have events online, in London, a ...

We are a place where a truly diverse team of 1,600 enjoys an open, creative and collaborative environment and a great range of benefits, while working for one of the UK’s greatest public assets. Join ...

We are the national library of the UK. Our shelves hold over 170 million items - a living collection that gets bigger every day. Although our roots extend back centuries, we collect everything ...

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