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Discover curiosities, treasures and the latest inspiring stories from our community and inside the Library
What can a love poem from 1857 tell us about the way women lived, formed relationships and communicated with each other in the past?
With unique collection material on display, the World of the Book exhibition requires special attention from the Library’s conservation team.
What makes a compelling family history? For historian Graeme Davison it’s not just finding the right sources – it’s how you use them.
Tracie D Hall, former executive director of the American Libraries Association and one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2023, delivers the inaugural For Future Reference lecture.
Paul Forgasz, Cultural Consultant for our Luminous exhibition, discusses its themes and highlights.
Learn more about David Hailperin and the collection of manuscripts and early printed Jewish books internationally recognised for its significance.
We lift the curtain on books that were once kept hidden, because of their apparently dangerous and controversial ideas.
The curators of MIRROR: New views on photography discuss the process involved in bringing the immersive experience to life.
Artist and illustrator Clea Chiller explores the fundamentals of writing and drawing comics.
Yorta Yorta man Jason Tamiru discusses his recent work, featured in MIRROR: New views on photography.
Welcome to the Rare Book Club, where we explore, inspect and marvel at some of the most unique and extraordinary rare books in the Library’s collection.
Writer, poet and community activist Flora Chol shares learnings from her poetry Teen Writing Bootcamp workshops.