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The Bank Of England Museum Gold, banknotes and over 300 years of history 💷
See our current exhibition, ‘Building the Bank’ 🏛️
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The Bank of England is the United Kingdom’s central bank. It has a unique role in our economy, promoting the good of the people of the United Kingdom by maintaining monetary and financial stability. However our Museum is about much more than money! Discover the history of the Bank, its buildings, and the people who have shaped it over more than 300 years.

TONIGHT: After the Fire: a Museum late 🌁🔥 Have you heard about our new temporary exhibition that's just landed in the Mu...
15/10/2026

TONIGHT: After the Fire: a Museum late 🌁🔥

Have you heard about our new temporary exhibition that's just landed in the Museum's Stock Office? Brought to life by the beautiful illustrations of Alice Pattullo, this Autumn, dive into the story of the origins of insurance with our late event - your exclusive chance to see the exhibition after-hours. Created in partnership with the Insurance Museum and sponsored by the City of London Corporation, National Lottery Heritage Fund, and Chartered Insurance Institute.

Not got tickets for tonight's late? In the event that online bookings for this event have sold out, you may still be able to attend by collecting a ticket at the door. Please note that walk in tickets are offered on a first come, first served basis and depend on venue capacity on the night. To guarantee your spot for next time, consider signing up to our newsletter; all our subscribers receive early access tickets for our events.

07/10/2026

TICKET RELEASE: In the Shadow of Olympus

The gods are calling... ⚡

On 19 November, step into In the Shadow of Olympus, an evening where ancient myths meet Threadneedle Street.

Explore the gods, goddesses and allegorical figures hidden throughout the Bank's architecture, uncover the stories they were chosen to tell, and discover how the classical world continues to watch over one of Britain's most iconic institutions.

As the evening unfolds, journey through mythological ancient Greece with immersive activities, interactive experiences and opportunities to get creative along the way.

At 6pm, join Dr Monica A. Walker for From Olympus to Threadneedle Street: Mythology at the Bank of England, a fascinating exploration of the myths, symbols and stories woven into the Bank's fabric.

Please note: the talk requires a separate booking. Tickets for the Museum Late do not include admission to the talk. Talk tickets include admission to the Late.

Thursday 19 November
5.15pm to 8pm (last entry 7.30pm)
Free, booking required.

NOW OPEN After the Fire: Insurance, finance and a rebuilt city 🌁🔥 A new temporary exhibition has just landed in the Muse...
05/10/2026

NOW OPEN After the Fire: Insurance, finance and a rebuilt city 🌁🔥

A new temporary exhibition has just landed in the Museum's Stock Office, so today we're sharing some of the beautiful illustrations of Alice Pattullo which have brought this show to life. This Autumn, dive into the story of the origins of insurance and explore the development of London's financial market. Created in partnership with the Insurance Museum and sponsored by the City of London Corporation, National Lottery Heritage Fund, and Chartered Insurance Institute.

The 1690s were a time of change for the City of London. Following the Great Fire and the rebuilding of the City, international trade was booming, and new institutions and ways of working were being established. Step into a recreated cityscape to learn the history of the UK's financial markets, and even join us for related late-night events (slide 3), including a Museum late and the return of our sold out Dark Emporium!

The exhibition is walk-in, but events may require booking. Visit our What's On page for more details. The exhibition and all our events are free.

Part 2 - We've got you covered! 😎See our displays and more at one of our events. Check out the programme on our website.
03/10/2026

Part 2 - We've got you covered! 😎

See our displays and more at one of our events. Check out the programme on our website.

02/10/2026

The old gods are stirring... ⚡⛰️

Our November Museum Late is coming...

Get ready to step into the Shadow of Olympus and uncover the myths, symbols and stories hidden in the heart of Threadneedle Street.

We'd like to remind you we'll be closed on Friday 2 October as we prepare to install our new temporary exhibition, 'Afte...
30/09/2026

We'd like to remind you we'll be closed on Friday 2 October as we prepare to install our new temporary exhibition, 'After the Fire: Insurance, finance, and a rebuilt city'. 🏛️

We'll be open as usual on Monday 5 October, where you can catch the new exhibition!

In the meantime, why not visit our What's On page and explore what's coming up this Autumn - we'll be running a series of event related to the display, including two museum late events. Visit our websites to find out more and book.

🖼️ 'Committee of Treasury', A.K. Lawrence, 1928

We've got you covered 😎 Explore our collection online or in person with our digital guide, hosted on Bloomberg Connects
28/09/2026

We've got you covered 😎

Explore our collection online or in person with our digital guide, hosted on Bloomberg Connects

After the Fire: insurance, finance and a rebuilt city 🔥🏙️ This October, step back in time to London c.1700, when the fou...
28/09/2026

After the Fire: insurance, finance and a rebuilt city 🔥🏙️

This October, step back in time to London c.1700, when the foundations of modern insurance, global trade and central banking were taking shape. 🌍💰

Enter a recreated city streetscape featuring landmarks like the Royal Exchange and Lloyd’s Coffee House, brought to life through immersive design and illustrations by acclaimed artist Alice Pattullo. Explore how the Great Fire of London helped spark new ideas around risk, resilience and rebuilding, and discover the people and innovations that shaped the world we live in today.

Alongside the exhibition, visitors can enjoy family activities, talks, tours and events exploring the stories behind insurance, finance and the growth of London as a global city.

After the Fire: insurance, finance and a rebuilt city
5 October to 27 November
Free to visit
Bank of England Museum, Bartholomew Lane, London, EC2R 8AH

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Art History Festival 2026: the sculptural program of the Bank of England 🏦 Join us in the Museum on Wednesday 7 October ...
22/09/2026

Art History Festival 2026: the sculptural program of the Bank of England 🏦

Join us in the Museum on Wednesday 7 October for an exclusive talk by Dr Monica Walker FRHistS, Engagement Manager at the Bank of England. This talk will uncover the myths, symbolism and stories contained in one of Britain's most prestigious institutitions.

The talk is free to attend, but booking is required (via our Eventbrite page).

Hungry for more? We'll be running a series of talks for this year's festival - to find out more, visit our website (link in bio). All our talks are free, and some even come with the exclusive opportunity of seeing the interiors of the Bank guided by one of our Museum specialists.

Coming up: After the Fire, a new exhibition 🔥🏙️ This October, step back in time to London c.1700, when the foundations o...
17/09/2026

Coming up: After the Fire, a new exhibition 🔥🏙️

This October, step back in time to London c.1700, when the foundations of modern insurance, global trade and central banking were taking shape. 🌍💰

Enter a recreated city streetscape featuring landmarks like the Royal Exchange and Lloyd’s Coffee House, brought to life through immersive design and illustrations by acclaimed artist Alice Pattullo. Explore how the Great Fire of London helped spark new ideas around risk, resilience and rebuilding, and discover the people and innovations that shaped the world we live in today.

Alongside the exhibition, visitors can enjoy family activities, talks, tours and events exploring the stories behind insurance, finance and the growth of London as a global city.

After the Fire: insurance, finance and a rebuilt city
5 October to 27 November
Free to visit
Bank of England Museum, Bartholomew Lane, London, EC2R 8AH

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