Save the date: we are re-opening! We will open the doors to our transformed library on 5 December.

Save the date: we are re-opening!

Vision2020

Velvet, Iron, Ashes Discover surprising connections at our new exhibition and see the Ashes Urn on display from 26 November

Velvet, Iron, Ashes

New exhibition 

Planning a function? Our iconic venues are available for weddings, conferences and parties.

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What's on at the Library Explore our free exhibitions, tours, talks and more.

What's on at the Library

Free events

Schools programs for 2020 Learn about our broad range of affordable school programs.

Schools programs for 2020

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World of the book Explore a world of ideas and imagination in Australia’s largest exhibition dedicated to books!

World of the book

Free exhibition

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  • State Library Victoria to open its doors on 5 December

    1 Oct 2019

    State Library Victoria today announced that it will open the doors to its transformed library on 5 December READ MORE

  • The search for Victoria’s top slam poet begins

    3 Jul 2019

    From today, poets, rappers and spoken word artists will compete in heats across Victoria as the search for the state’s poetry slam champion begins. READ MORE

  • Library Board of Victoria welcomes four new board members

    24 May 2019

    President of the Library Board of Victoria, John Wylie AM, today announced four new members will join the Library Board. Karen Wood, Hugh Williams, Donata Carrazza and Cheri Ong will commence their new appointments today, each for a three-year period. READ MORE

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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.

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