The design of world-class libraries
Scandinavian architect Morten Schmidt discusses how contemporary design can transform modern libraries into social hubs.
25 Aug 2016 Duration: 49:03
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White Night Melbourne 2015 under the dome
See how the Library's dome was transformed into an illuminated 360-degree artwork for White Night 2015.
21 Feb 2015 Duration: 01:21
White Night Melbourne 2015 at the Library
Spot Alice and the Mad Hatter gracing the Library's facade during our White Night Melbourne 2015 illuminations.
21 Feb 2015 Duration: 01:05
Liberty of the press
Watch as models dressed in printed crinolines inspired by our historic Press Dress parade through the Library.
4 Sep 2014 Duration: 05:59
Guillaume Fau on Victor Hugo and the making of a national collection
Learn the significance of Victor Hugo’s bequest to the Bibliothèque nationale de France in this inspiring talk by Guillaume Fau.
20 Jul 2014 Duration: 45:56
Royal Society for Questions & Curiosity
Join this fun and informative romp around our Library facilities with the Royal Society for Questions & Curiosity.
26 Nov 2013 Duration: 5:24
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