AFL Grand Final holiday On Friday's AFL Grand Final eve public holiday we will be open as usual, 10am-6pm

AFL Grand Final holiday

OPEN 10AM-6PM

Inky Awards ceremony Come along to meet the shortlisted authors and applaud the 2017 winners!

Inky Awards ceremony

BOOK NOW

Book series launch Join us for a free panel discussion to launch Writers on writers, a new book series

Book series launch

REGISTER NOW

If the city could speak Visit the Dome to experience immersive artwork using sound, books and paper

If the city could speak

Sound installation

#CreateArtHistory Design original work inspired by our vast collection to win incredible prizes

#CreateArtHistory

CONTEST

Welcome

Come and discover State Library Victoria – explore a world of information and stories, and enjoy free tours, exhibitions, events and family fun.

Opening hours

Library Mon–Thurs 10am–9pm, Fri–Sun 10am–6pm
Dome Galleries daily 10am–6pm
(Thurs to 9pm)
See all opening hours , including public holidays.

Where to start

What's on at the libraryall

Library news

  • #CreateArtHistory

    18 Sep 2017

    State Library Victoria is opening up its collection to the world through a new partnership with global creative marketplace Redbubble. READ MORE.

  • Memorial collection honours victims of Bourke Street tragedy

    14 Sep 2017

    The survivors and families of those impacted by the Bourke Street tragedy this morning viewed a collection of the thousands of cards, soft toys and condolence messages left by Melburnians and visitors after the devastating incident on 20 January 2017. READ MORE

  • Hansen Little Foundation gives $3.5 million gift of connection

    4 Sep 2017

    Victorians are set to benefit from two exciting new spaces at the Library, thanks to a $3.5 million donation. READ MORE.

Read more news

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.

Read more stories

Come behind the scenes & hear from our experts

Visit our blog