Daily Peter Wille: Out driving Explore this temporary exhibition showcasing images of Melbourne's architectural wonders throughout the 1950's and 1960's. Cost: Free cancelled
Daily World of the book Explore a world of ideas and imagination in this exhibition showcasing the history of book design, production and illustration. Cost: Free cancelled
02 September 2019–02 September 2020 North Rotunda Enjoy a selection of the Library’s 21st-century paintings of Melbourne cityscapes by living Australian artists. Cost: Free cancelled
Daily Velvet, Iron, Ashes Discover connections between people, events and icons from Victoria’s history in the exhibition Velvet, Iron, Ashes open in the Victoria Gallery from 10am–6pm daily. Cost: Free cancelled
06 March 2020–31 May 2020 Baby bounce Join us for a fun, interactive session of stories, songs and rhymes on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Cost: Free Cancelled
16 March 2020–31 May 2020 Welcome to the Library tour Take a free guided tour exploring the Library, daily from 10.45am to 11.30am. Cost: Free Cancelled
16 March 2020–31 May 2020 'World of the book' tour See highlights of the 'World of the book' exhibition on this free daily tour at 11.30am. Cost: Free Cancelled
Daily The changing face of Victoria Visit a remarkable free exhibition that tells the stories of the people, places and events that have shaped Victoria. Cost: Free Cancelled
01 April 2020, 11:30am Toddler tales Bring your toddler to a session filled with stories, songs and rhymes every Wednesday at 11.30am. Cost: Free Cancelled
07 April 2020, 10:15am–11:15am Newspapers and family history introduction tour Learn research skills to help you navigate the family history collections. Cost: Free Cancelled
13 April 2020–31 December 2020 'The changing face of Victoria' tour Visit the La Trobe Reading Room and see highlights of the 'Changing face of Victoria' exhibition in this free guided tour. Tours not running during display changeover 2–27 March. Cost: Free Cancelled
15 April 2020, 1:00pm–2:00pm Velvet, Iron, Ashes tour Join this free weekly tour in the newly refurbished Victoria Gallery and see highlights of the Velvet, Iron, Ashes exhibition. Cost: Free Cancelled
16 April 2020, 4:30pm–6:30pm Build your own path Join author and illustrator Tai Snaith and create a make-believe world from your dreams! Cost: Free Cancelled
17 April 2020, 10:30am Storytime Share the delight of stories, songs, play and craft activities with your pre-schooler on Fridays and Saturdays! Cost: Free Cancelled
20 April 2020, 1:30pm–3:00pm Dome to catacomb tour Sneak a peek behind the scenes at the iconic State Library and roam the building from top to bottom in this tour. Cost: Free Cancelled
23 April 2020, 5:15pm–6:00pm Velvet, Iron, Ashes curator talk Discover surprising connections between extraordinary people, events and icons from Victoria’s history on this tour with curator Carolyn Fraser. Cost: Free Cancelled
30 April 2020, 6:00pm–6:30pm Dome at Dusk: A private case of banned books Hear Des Cowley and Dr Patrick Spedding unlock the history of a private case of banned books. Cost: Free Cancelled
04 May 2020, 11:30am Science storytime Share the delight of stories, songs, play and craft activities with your pre-schooler every Monday at 11.30am. Cost: Free Cancelled
06 May 2020, 9:00am Relaxed storytime Join us for a quiet and relaxed, low-sensory Storytime for children aged 3–5, their parents and carers. Cost: Free Cancelled
14 May 2020, 6:00pm–6:30pm Dome at Dusk: The new journalism Hear Thornton McCamish deliver a special Dome at Dusk talk on the development of 'New Journalism'. Cost: Free Cancelled
30 May 2020, 2:00pm Melbourne International Jazz Festival: Jazz Assembly Join us on the State Library forecourt to take part in the live, community jazz experience, Jazz Assembly. Cost: Free Cancelled
05 June 2020, 10:30am–11:30am Storytime presented by Vision Australia’s Feelix Library A tactile Storytime and craft session for all children! Cost: Free Cancelled
