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
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
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
Daily Cowen Gallery The newly curated Cowen Gallery exhibition showcases works from the Library’s paintings collection, exploring regional and urban themes. Cost: Free
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
24 October 2019–12 July 2020 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
29 November 2019–25 December 2019 Melbourne Christmas projections Celebrate the Christmas spirit with a free nightly light show on the Swanston Street facade! Cost: Free
13 December 2019, 11:30am–12:30pm 'World of the book' tour See highlights of the 'World of the book' exhibition on this free daily tour at 11.30am. Cost: Free
13 December 2019, 2:00pm–3:00pm '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. Cost: Free
16 December 2019, 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 bookings required
18 December 2019, 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 Bookings required
19 December 2019, 5:15pm–6:00pm Velvet, Iron, Ashes curator tour Discover surprising connections between extraordinary people, events and icons from Victoria’s history on this tour with curator Carolyn Fraser. Cost: Free Bookings required
16 January 2020, 5:00pm–7:00pm Create your own adventure! Join us at the Library and create your own adventure! For children 9–12 years, their parents and carers. Cost: Free
20 January 2020, 10:30am Toddler tunes Come and enjoy rhythm, melody and story with your toddler aged 18 months to 3 years. Cost: Free
22 January 2020, 10:30am Baby bounce Join us for a fun, interactive session of stories, songs and rhymes for children aged 18 months and under. Cost: Free
22 January 2020, 11:30am Toddler tales Bring your toddler to a session filled with stories, songs and rhymes (18 months to 3 years) Cost: Free
23 January 2020, 6:00pm–6:30pm Dome at Dusk: Women of Colour in the Colonial Archive Join researcher Kacey Sinclair to reconsider what is possible when we acknowledge the racial diversity of women within the colonial archive. Cost: Free Bookings required
24 January 2020, 10:30am Storytime Share the delight of stories, songs, play and craft activities with your pre-schooler! Cost: Free
19 March 2020, 6:00pm–7:15pm Australian Learning Lecture 2020: The future school Join internationally recognised education expert Valerie Hannon to find out how schools and learning might be reinvented in our transforming world. Cost: Free Bookings required
