Go behind-the-scenes with our Library staff and learn more about our collections with other likeminded Friends through our exclusive programme of talks, tours and events. Our events include virtual as well as in-person events, so our Friends outside of Cambridge can access the programme.
Friends are also warmly invited to all Library events, talks and exhibitions. Details of new events will be published on the What's On page.
27 Apr 5pm to 6:30pm
Friends Preview | Raymond Briggs: A Retrospective
Friend and Patrons are invited to see our new exhibition, Raymond Briggs: A Retrospective.
18 May 5pm to 6:45pm
Friends | Raymond Briggs & the New Picturebook Makers
Professor Martin Salisbury explores the legacy of Raymond Briggs and his influence on contemporary visual storytellers and picturebooks.
5 Jun 10am to 11:30am
Friends | Curator's Tour of Raymond Briggs & Coffee Morning
Curator Nicolette Jones leads a tour of the exhibition for Friends.
22 Jun 4:30pm to 6:30pm
Friends | Summer Party 2023
Our Annual Summer Party for Friends, Patrons and supporters with a Show & Tell from the Curious Cures project followed by drinks and refreshments.
6 Jul 6pm to 7pm
Friends | Professor John Morrill – Giving Cromwell His Voice Back
Professor John Morrill joins us online to discuss his publication of the complete edition of Oliver Cromwell’s writings, using libraries, archives and new technologies.