A graphic of people with placards expressing feminist demands.

Exhibition

Unfinished Business: The Fight for Women's Rights

Open until 21 Feb 2021

A fairer world for everyone: the fight for women’s rights is unfinished business.

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A Torah in the Hebrew Manuscripts exhibition
Exhibition

Hebrew Manuscripts: Journeys of the Written Word

18 Aug 2020 - 11 Apr 2021

Journey beyond the Bible to discover the history, culture and traditions of Jewish people from all corners of the world through the ages.

Treasures of the British Library. Discover stories that shape the world.
Exhibition FREE

Treasures of the British Library

Monday to Sunday

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Events at the Library

Dolly Parton
Special Event

An Evening with Dolly Parton

Dolly 'the Book Lady' Parton, in conversation with Sara Cox

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Other events

Image depicting various egg sizes. Ranging from Swan though to Plover.
Course

Learn Live: Food Writing The Basics

What makes food writing tantalising and what leaves a sour taste in the mouth?

Limited places
Frederick Douglass and Moses Roper
Special Event FREE

Advocates of Freedom

The African American activists who took Victorian Britain by storm

Claudia Rankine (credit: John Lucas) and Philippe Sands (credit: Antonio Olmos)
Special Event

Writing and Justice - Claudia Rankine and Philippe Sands

Claudia Rankine and Philippe Sands in conversation with Fatima Bhutto

Selection of hand-made Christmas cards and decorations.
Course

Craft Live: Christmas Card Making

Making use of materials found at home, join us for a Christmas card making online craft course

Limited places
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Tours of the Library

Group visits to the British Library

Group visits to exhibitions

We’re gradually reopening to keep everyone safe. We’re currently just open Tuesday – Saturday. Remember, pre-booking is essential.