Daily The changing face of Victoria Discover a remarkable online exhibition that tells the stories of the people, places and events that have shaped Victoria. Cost: Free temporarily closed
Daily World of the book Our Dome galleries may be closed for now, but you can still explore a world of ideas and imagination online. Cost: Free temporarily closed
19 January 2021–25 August 2021 Small business support drop-in Ask questions and learn more about State Library Victoria's StartSpace initiative. Cost: Free Online
02 March 2021–27 May 2021 Teen writing boot camps Chase your passion with our boot camps for budding teen writers! Cost: Free Online
18 March 2021–31 January 2022 Window on Collections: the Rural & Regional Photography Commission Our new exhibition provides a raw glimpse into the lives of rural and regional Victorians following the events of 2020. Cost: Free
Daily Ned Kelly's armour This brand new display reveals why Ned Kelly remains a subject of fierce debate and interest, and challenges you to question your own assumptions. Cost: Free ongoing
19 April 2021–25 June 2021 Primary research skills online workshop Use humour and practical tips to help primary students become successful researchers. Cost: Free Schools
19 April 2021–25 June 2021 Colonial Victoria: online history excursion Sharpen your students' historical and critical thinking skills with this online presentation. Cost: Free Schools
19 April 2021–25 June 2021 VCE research skills webinar Introduce your students to practical research strategies and tools vital to success. Cost: Free Schools
19 April 2021–25 June 2021 Research skills webinar Teachers are invited to book our free virtual learning session for their year seven to nine classes. Cost: Free Schools
21 April 2021, 10:00am Finding families Learn the principles of family history, access research resources and tour the Family History collection in this introductory workshop. Cost: Free Online
21 April 2021, 10:30am Storytime Share the delight of stories, songs, play and craft activities with your pre-schooler online. Cost: Free
22 April 2021–27 August 2021 StartSpace virtual coffee Create connections, build networks, progress ideas and find useful advice. Cost: Free Online
26 April 2021–02 May 2021 Melbourne Knowledge Week Melbourne’s annual festival of ideas is popping up at the Library! Cost:
27 April 2021, 1:00pm–1:30pm StartSpace Business Book Chat with Sarah Davidson Scale your business without scaling the stress! Cost: Free online
29 April 2021, 12:00pm Zero or net-zero: Does it matter and why should we care? Join us for this panel discussion about the future of the National Energy Market. Cost: Free Online
29 April 2021, 5:30pm–6:30pm Past patents, future inventions Explore the ins and outs of the invention process, from the ‘light-bulb’ moment all the way through to patenting and commercialisation. Cost: Free
01 May 2021, 10:00am–11:15am ‘My invention, my story’: Girls Invent workshops Every child can be an inventor with these hands-on workshops! Cost: Free
06 May 2021, 6:30pm–7:45pm Writers on Writers: Stan Grant on Thomas Keneally Join us for a special on-site event featuring acclaimed journalist Stan Grant in conversation with author and screenwriter Christos Tsiolkas. Cost: Free booked out
07 May 2021–10 December 2021 Student member induction Learn how to make the most of the Library’s spaces, resources and collections. Cost: Free Members only
10 May 2021–26 May 2021 Future Founders Roadshows Learn what it takes to get your business idea off the ground at our roadshows happening across Victoria. Cost: Free
13 May 2021, 5:30pm–7:00pm Inventors and Innovators Hear from the founders shaking up our major industries with cutting edge ideas and innovative solutions. Cost: Free
19 May 2021, 11:00am–12:00pm National Simultaneous Storytime Have you ever been read a book… from space?! Cost: Free
03 August 2021–26 August 2021 Behind the scenes Library tours We’re offering Library Cultural members exclusive, VIP tours behind the scenes of the Library. Cost: Free Members only
