What's on at the museum

Learn about money, the economy, and the history of the Bank of England
The museum will be closed between 8 to 15 September as we prepare for our new exhibition. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm (last entry 4.30pm)

Free to visit

Open for Museum Lates every third Thursday of the month, until 8pm (last entry 7.30pm, booking recommended). Closed Bank Holidays and weekends.

Upcoming events

Coming soon: Building the Bank - 100 years on

This upcoming free exhibition will explore the creation of the Bank of England’s iconic Threadneedle Street building

The Bigger Picture: Dividend Day at the Bank of England

Visit our free display which sheds light on a painting from the Museum’s collection

Stories in Focus displays

Explore our temporary Stories in Focus displays
Reconstructing value: Lunchtime Talks CTA

Reconstructing value: lunchtime talks

Lunchtime talks exploring the transformation of reclaimed banknotes from Surface Matter, hosted at the Bank of England Museum

Building the Bank Museum Late

Step into the story of the Bank’s iconic home at this special Museum Late celebrating the opening of Building the Bank at the Bank of England Museum

Pop-Up display: Reconstructing value

In collaboration with Plasticiet and Surface Matter, the Museum will display new sustainable design options for recycled British banknotes

Heritage open days 2025: Architectural walking tours

As part of Heritage Open Days, explore the iconic Bank of England building like never before

Parlour office tours

A rare and highly sought-after opportunity to explore the historic offices at the centre of the Bank of England through an exciting tour

Open house festival 2025: Weekend open days

As part of Open House Days Festival 2025, explore our museum during these limited-time weekend Open Days, and discover our new exhibition, Building the Bank, arriving this September
a member of Bank staff and a partially sighted visitor stand in front of a large, round, gold, metal relief of the female figure of Brittania, symbol of the Bank of England. Both are tracing the shape with their hands

World Sight Day after hours audio-described tour

Join us for an after hours audio-described tour of key exhibits in the museum led by a guide plus an object handling session

The Dark Emporium: A Museum Late Market

Spend the evening at a late-night market! Expect music, ghost stories, and wares from alternative crafters from across the UK

October half term: Spooky craft activities

Leave your mark at the Museum during this spook-tacular holiday week with some free arts and crafts

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This page was last updated 12 September 2025