Explore a world of ideas and imagination through our online galleries.

Cost: Free

Our new exhibition provides a raw glimpse into the lives of rural and regional Victorians following the events of 2020.

Cost: Free

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

Learn how to make the most of the Library’s spaces, resources and collections.

Cost: Free

Our new exhibition invites you to learn from the past in order to change the future.

Cost: Free

Gain the tools you need to discover more about your own family tree during this four-week online course.

Cost: Free

Take a virtual walk through regional and rural Victoria on an interactive sonic map.

Cost: Free

Be transported to a world of literary serenades through spoken word and accompanying soundscapes.

Cost: Free

Zine enthusiasts are invited to an educational and practical workshop on all things zine-related.

Cost: Free

Join in online to hear from author, founder and business coach Kaylene Langford on her first book How to start a side hustle.

Cost: Free

Discover the fascinating history of State Library Victoria and explore some of its many iconic spaces.

Cost: Free

Hear from bibliotherapist Dr Susan McLaine in our new self-guided podcast series.

Cost: Free

Learn more about the fascinating queries, collection items and FAQs our librarians receive.

Cost: Free

Cost: Free

Cost: Free

Introduce your children to the magic of live music in an exciting new collaboration with Orchestra Victoria.

Cost: Free

Learn how to access and navigate the Library’s wealth of physical and online collections.

Cost: Free

We're transforming our spaces into an interactive and colourful playground for families!

Cost: Free

Join us for a special celebration of the power of Indigenous storytelling, poetry and music.

Cost: $35 ($30 for concession and State Library Victoria Cultural Members) plus a $4 transaction fee. Tickets for First Nations people are free.

Introduce your students to practical research strategies and tools vital to success.

Cost: $180 (on-site) $130 (online), bookings open to school groups only

Use humour and practical tips to help primary students become successful researchers.

Cost: $180 (on-site) $130 (online), bookings open to school groups only

Sharpen your students' historical and critical thinking skills with this online presentation.

Cost: $130, bookings open to school groups only

The program is suitable for Years 7-10 or any secondary classes seeking an introduction to core research skills.

Cost: $180 (on-site) $130 (online), bookings open to school groups only

Share the delight of stories, songs, play and craft activities with your pre-schooler online.

Cost: Free

Join us as we delve into the origins of tree houses, as seen through the eyes of a garden historian.

Cost: Free

Join us this Winter for an interactive music lesson every week!

Cost: Free

StartSpace and Study Melbourne presents the Future Founders Festival.

Cost: Free

Discover how to find specific newspapers in hard copy, online and on microfilm.

Cost: Free

Learn the principles of family history, access research resources and tour the Family History collection in this introductory workshop.

Cost: Free

We’re offering Library Cultural members exclusive, VIP tours behind the scenes of the Library.

Cost: Free

Look into the future of literature with the guidance of top Australian publishers.

Cost: Free

Celebrate National Science Week with authors from the exciting new book series Aussie STEM stars.

Cost: Free

Join us for an online discussion about the history of documenting nature through illustration.

Cost: Free

Celebrate words, stories and the human experience at the Library with one of the country’s most-loved literary institutions.

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