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Lectures
Stephen Murray-Smith Memorial Lecture
Redmond Barry Lecture
Keith Murdoch Oration
Foxcroft Lecture
Georges Mora Artist's Lecture
Fellows' Lecture Series
 
 

Lectures

The State Library holds three important annual and biennial lectures which are delivered by notable public figures who have made a significant contribution to the cultural and intellectual life in Australia.

Stephen Murray-Smith Memorial Lecture

This lecture commemorates Stephen Murray-Smith's contribution to Australian intellectual life, and promotes research and debate in the broad areas of his interest and influence.  

Redmond Barry Lecture

Celebrating the State Library's Foundation Day, the Redmond Barry Lecture is given by leading cultural figures.

Keith Murdoch Oration

This event, held every two years, raises funds to support the work of the Library and promotes debate within the community about knowledge and culture.

Foxcroft Lecture

This annual lecture honours the work of pioneering Melbourne bibliographer AB Foxcroft (1884-1938).

Georges Mora 'Art Out Loud' Biennial Artist's Lecture

The Library is partnering with the Georges Mora Foundation to present this opportunity for an invited artist from Australia or overseas to discuss the broader themes underlying their work.

Fellows' Lecture Series

In this series of lectures, hear some of the Library's Fellows talk about their projects, how they have used the Library's collection and the results of their work.

 
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