Exhibition: The Future of Money

Money and the way we use it has changed. This free exhibition responds directly to questions asked by the public about the future of money.

Can the tooth fairy go cashless? Are cryptoassets money? Who decides how we pay?

Money and the way we use it has changed in recent decades. With digital and contactless payments on the rise, the choices we make, as individuals and businesses are having an impact. Futureproofing the economy to meet our needs, now and in the future, is the job of the Bank of England.

From digital currencies to the importance of cash in our everyday lives, from sustainability to making sure we have choice and access to different ways to pay, this exhibition responds to questions you have been asking. So, where are we now, and what is the future of money?