Wednesday, 28 September 2016–Friday, 30 September 2016
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From school assignments to academic research, family activities to family history – we can help you discover your story.
Explore our world-class collections and fabulous exhibitions. Start a new chapter with our stimulating talks, discussions and special events. On-site or online – there is always something new to discover.
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What's on at the libraryView all events
Wednesday, 1 June 2016–Wednesday, 30 November 2016
Play Pod
Thursday, 9 April 2015–Sunday, 25 June 2017
Writing the war: personal stories from WWI
Friday, 10 June 2016–Saturday, 20 January 2018
Story Island: an adventure in pictures
Wednesday, 28 September 2016 - 1:00pm–2:00pm
Ned Kelly tour
Wednesday, 10 August 2016–Sunday, 20 November 2016
Virginia Hodgkinson: The Big Issue portraits
Friday, 10 June 2016–Saturday, 20 January 2018
Story Island: an adventure in pictures
Wednesday, 10 August 2016–Sunday, 20 November 2016
Virginia Hodgkinson: The Big Issue portraits
Thursday, 9 April 2015–Sunday, 25 June 2017
Writing the war: personal stories from WWI
Our latest stories
The State Library is the keeper of Victoria's history – and home to millions of stories. Get to know the treasures and curiosities from our incredible collection, and hear tales from our community and from inside the Library.
Are you a fan too?
Without the crowd, it would be just another game of footy.
Footballing relatives
Did your relatives play in the VFL or AFL?
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The Anti-Football League
As long ago as 1876 there were critics of football.