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Apr 4, 2022 · It’s the privilege of a national library to take a long-term view. Our core St Pancras building was commissioned to last for at least 250 years – and indeed all our planning is based on the assumption the British Library will still be here in the 2200s, and beyond. That perspective strongly influenced the proposal we put to potential partners.
Introduction to the Treasures of the British Library. Weekly: Monday – Friday, 11:00. Saturdays, 11:00 and 14:00. Sundays, 11:30. The second largest atlas in the world, the historic library of King George III, Wilfred Owen’s manuscripts. See and learn about these items and much more on a guided tour of some of the treasures in our collection.
Digital guide to the British Library. Explore our London St Pancras building and collections with our free digital guide. Discover some of the world's most significant books, maps and manuscripts, find artworks on display around the building and access behind-the-scenes content with the free British Library Bloomberg Connects digital guide.
Mar 12, 2022 · The British Library's main storehouse is a marvel. An unrivalled collection of human knowledge with more than 300 miles of shelves tended by robot librarians. But as its stock of millions and ...
Jul 10, 2023 · To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the British Library, here are 50 less-known facts about us – from our buildings and collections, to what goes on behind the scenes. You’ll never see us in the same way again…. 3D model of the Library. 10 million bricks (all individually handmade) were used for the construction of our London building.
The British Library also offers discounts for groups of 10+, these will automatically discount once added to your basket. ICOM, NMDC and other reciprocal free entry scheme organisation cards are accepted for free entry into this exhibition up until Sunday 11 August, there is no need to pre-book, please visit the Library with your card for entry, subject to availability.
Aug 25, 2020 · It’s estimated that the British Library holds upwards of 170 million collection items, growing by several kilometres of shelf space per year. Of course, it’s impossible to display everything, but in the Treasures Gallery it’s always possible to stand on one spot, to rotate 360 degrees, and to gaze in admiration at old favourites and newly-discovered gems.
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