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The Life of the Buddha © British Library
Exhibition

Buddhism

25 Oct 2019 - 23 Feb 2020

Discover the art, origins and its relevance today

Events at the Library

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Talks and Discussions

Hazel Carby in Conversation Imperial Intimacies

An evocative history of the British Empire

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Hector Abad
Talks and Discussions

An Evening with Héctor Abad

An evening with the Colombian novelist

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Abbey Road road sign (with graffiti)
Talks and Discussions

The Beatles' Abbey Road: The Making of a Masterpiece

With Steve Levine in conversation with David Quantick

Limited places
Portrait of John Keats - by William Hilton
Talks and Discussions

Keats's Odes: A Bicentenery Celebration

An evening of readings and reflections

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Course

Illumination Masterclass

Create your own Middle Ages-style illustration

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Tours of the Library

Treasures Tours

Treasures tour

A one-hour journey through some of the Treasures of the British Library

British Library group tour

Building tour

Discover more about our history, collections and architecture on this tour - includes the Viewing Gallery

Conservation Studios: Behind the Scenes Tours

Conservation studio tour

Take a behind-the-scenes tour and see our world-renowned conservators in action

Conservation Studios: Behind the Scenes Tours

Conservation studio tour with audio description

Take a behind-the-scenes tour and see our world-renowned conservators in action

Group visits to the British Library

Group visits to exhibitions

Book a group visit and you’ll receive a 10% discount on your ticket price