TAKE A TOUR! The London Library is one of the world's great lending libraries, with an amazing collection of over 1 million books, and an equally extraordinary history. Behind its elegant facade overlooking St. James Square is a vast network of books, where since the mid-nineteenth century, seven buildings have been brought into one and a great centre of learning and ideas has been created. | The London Library

Ready to take your library career to the next level? We’re looking for international mid-career library and archive professionals to join us this summer in London for our International Library Leaders Programme. You’ll get the opportunity to connect with international peers, advance your knowledge and go behind the scenes at the British Library through expert-led workshops, talks and guided tours. Apply by 5 February. Learn more: link.bl.uk/ILLP2026 | British Library

Secret Maps opens today! 🤫 🗺️ Explore the levels of power, coercion and secrecy hidden within maps from the 14th century to the present day at our new major exhibition. Discover the maps you were never meant to see: bit.ly/BLSecretMaps This exhibition is supported by Wayland Games and Tony & Maureen Wheeler. | British Library

Take a sneak peak inside the conservation studio as our team prepares for our next exhibition, Secret Maps. From careful repairs to bespoke mounts, go behind the scenes and discover how the team gets these extraordinary objects ready for display. | British Library

A sneak peek of some of the highlights of the British Library's new exhibition: Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms: Art, Word, War… | HistoryExtra

Passionate about history, arts and culture? Get free access to all our exhibitions for you and a friend with Membership. | British Library

Passionate about history, arts and culture? Get free access to all our exhibitions for you and a friend with Membership. | British Library