Wander through the weird and wonderful history of the Library at your own pace with our new digital tour!

Cost: Free

Explore a treasure trove of rare books and thrilling tales from British history.

Cost: Free

Escape the bustle of the city with a meditative, multi-sensory experience inspired by State Library Victoria’s rooms, corridors and quiet corners.

Cost: Free

This display reveals why Ned Kelly remains a subject of fierce debate and interest, and challenges you to question your own assumptions.

Cost: Free

An exhibition celebrating the life and legacy of William Barak.

Cost: Free

Discover iconic, unseen and everyday photographs from one of Melbourne’s greatest chroniclers. From famous faces to famous places, Rennie Ellis captured it all.

Cost: Free

Discover the fascinating history of State Library Victoria and explore some of its many iconic spaces.

Cost: Free

Explore the rare, the sacred and the iconic in this one-of-a-kind exhibition.

Cost: Free

Experience the untold story of an asylum seeker overcoming unthinkable odds. 

Cost: Free (مفت)

Join us for a free, insightful group induction to get you started using Studio 2.

Cost: Free (must become a Library member)

Join us for a free, insightful group induction to get you started using Studio 4.

Cost: Free (must become a Library member)

The Library will be bursting with activities and fun for kids and their grownups in this special after-hours experience.

Cost: Free with paid element

Discover the secret spaces in Australia's oldest public Library with a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour. 

Cost: Free

LEGO® at the Library is back!

Cost: Free

Tour this one-of-a-kind exhibition and learn about the history of book design, production and illustration from the Middle Ages to today.

Cost: Free

Join our Librarians for a how-to on using the Library’s resources, services and grand historic spaces.

Cost: Free

Welcome to the world of Paper Planet: a magical forest made of paper, tape and your imagination.

Cost: Free

Dress your paper doll to impress in this fun, drop-in craft activity inspired by Millie Mak the Maker.

Cost: Free

Learn how to access the Library wherever and whenever you want!

Cost: Free

Explore the Library’s Newspapers and Family History Reading Room in this one-hour introductory tour.

Cost: Free

Join this free guided tour that explores the development of the Library's newest exhibition, Searching for Sanctuary: A journey of survival by Barat Ali Batoor.

Cost: Free

Join documentary photographer Barat Ali Batoor on a journey through his photography found in our newest exhibition.

Cost: Free

Bring your toddler to a session filled with stories, songs and rhymes.

Cost: Free

Join us for a fun, interactive session of stories, songs and rhymes.

Cost: Free

Join us for a free tour of the Library's ideal spaces to kickstart your business journey!

Cost: Free

Share the delight of stories, songs, play and craft activities with your pre-schooler.

Cost: Free

Explore the Library’s extensive newspaper collection and enhance your research skills in this hands-on Library workshop.

Cost: Free

Join us for a curator talk and learn about the history of book design, production and illustration.

Cost: Free

Explore the evolution of the English printed word in this special Rare Book Week lecture.

Cost: Free

Explore highlights of the Library's Women Writers Fund, an initiative developed to bring women's voices to wider audiences.

Cost: Free

Learn more about pre-1800 Japanese Ukiyo-e works in this Melbourne Rare Book Week viewing.

Cost: Free

Hear about the fascinating life and exploits of E.W. Cole, Melbourne's very own Willy Wonka, in this Melbourne Rare Book Week viewing.

Cost: Free

Join us for a curatorial viewing and discussion on photobooks held in the State Library Rare Books Collection.

Cost: Free

The people have left, the lights have been dimmed, and the Library has gone to bed. Or so the grown-ups think! Join us for a special after-hours Storytime at the Library.

Cost: Free

Join the curators of World of the Book for a special tour of the Library’s most popular exhibition.

Cost: Free

Explore the grand Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute building and collection this Rare Book Week.

Cost: Free

Hear from principal architects of the 2020 Vision Redevelopment, Architectus and Andronas Conservation Architecture, in these special Open House Melbourne weekend tours.

Cost: $7

Learn the principles of family history, access research resources and tour the Family History collection in this introductory workshop.

Cost: Free

This brand new webinar will help to answer the questions and curiosities you may have about your family home.

Cost: Free

Learn how to navigate the Library’s extensive newspaper collection to research your family history in this special National Family History Month webinar.

Cost: Free

Discover lost connections and unfamiliar histories by learning about welfare records in this online family history workshop.

Cost: Free

Join a creative composition workshop run by acclaimed experimental artist and sound poet Tomomi Adachi.

Cost: $15 (Standard tickets), Free (BLAKTIX)

Join us for a day of intellectual and artistic discovery featuring thought-provoking keynotes, experimental screenings and in-depth roundtable discussions.

Cost: $20 (Standard admission), $15 (Concession and Paid Members admission), Free (BLACKTIX)

Traipse the heritage book-lined halls, domed reading rooms, and stairwells in a late-night performance spectacle.

Cost: $75 (Standard admission), $60 (Concession and Paid Members Admission), $35 (BLAKTIX)

Join our collection experts and be one of the first to view our newest acquisitions in these exclusive member viewings.

Cost: Free

Get crafty in our children's DIY workshops with the author-illustrator team behind Millie Mak the Maker, Alice Pung and Sher Rill Ng.

Cost: $10 (child admission), $8 (Family member child admission)

Join author-illustrator team Alice Pung and Sher Rill Ng for a special Storytime where they will read their book, Millie Mak the Maker.

Cost: Free