DailyWanderWander through the weird and wonderful history of the Library at your own pace with our new digital tour!Cost: Free
DailyBeyond the Book: A Digital Journey through the Emmerson CollectionExplore a treasure trove of rare books and thrilling tales from British history.Cost: FreeOnline
DailyNed Kelly’s ArmourThis display reveals why Ned Kelly remains a subject of fierce debate and interest, and challenges you to question your own assumptions.Cost: Free
DailyMelbourne Out Loud: Life through the lens of Rennie EllisDiscover iconic, unseen and everyday photographs from one of Melbourne’s greatest chroniclers. From famous faces to famous places, Rennie Ellis captured it all.Cost: Free
DailyWorld of the Book 2024Explore the rare, the sacred and the iconic in this one-of-a-kind exhibition.Cost: Free
DailyTreatyAcknowledge the past, present and future of Treaty with Victoria’s First Peoples.Cost: Free
DailyHistory of the Library TourDiscover the fascinating history of State Library Victoria and explore some of its many iconic spaces.Cost: Free
28 February 2025, 11:00am–31 May 2025, 2:00pmWorld of the Book TourTour this one-of-a-kind exhibition and learn about the history of book design, production and illustration from the Middle Ages to today.Cost: Free
01 March 2025, 10:30am–30 May 2025, 1:30pmDome to Catacombs TourDiscover the secret spaces in Australia's oldest public Library with a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour. Cost: Free
22 March 2025, 3:00pm–5:00pmColour Your WorldHelp us bring back the lost colours in this drop-in craft activity.Cost: Free
24 March 2025, 10:30am–11:00amToddler TalesBring your toddler to a session filled with stories, songs and rhymes.Cost: Free
24 March 2025, 11:30am–12:00pmBaby BounceJoin us for a fun, interactive session of stories, songs and rhymes.Cost: Free
26 March 2025, 10:30am–11:00amStorytimeShare the delight of stories, songs, play and craft activities with your pre-schooler.Cost: Free
26 March 2025, 11:00am–12:00pmStudio 2 InductionJoin us for a free, insightful group induction to get you started using Studio 2.Cost: Free (must become a Library member)
26 March 2025, 1:30pm–2:00pmStudio 4 InductionJoin us for a free, insightful group induction to get you started using Studio 4.Cost: Free (must become a Library member)
27 March 2025, 10:00am–11:00amFinding FamiliesLearn the principles of family history, access research resources and tour the Family History collection in this introductory workshop.Cost: FreeOnline
28 March 2025, 7:00pm–8:15pmThe Australian Dream? with Tim RossJoin comedian Tim Ross and explore why Australians are obsessed with the idea of home and the dream of home ownership.Cost: $49 (general admission)
31 March 2025, 12:00pm–12:30pmStartSpace ToursJoin us for a free tour of the Library's ideal spaces to kickstart your business journey!Cost: Free
03 April 2025, 11:00am–12:30pmA Beginner’s Tour of the LibraryJoin our Librarians for a how-to on using the Library’s resources, services and grand historic spaces.Cost: Free
08 April 2025, 10:00am–11:00amAdvanced SearchingLearn how to use advanced searching techniques in this hands-on webinar.Cost: FreeOnline
09 April 2025, 2:00pm–3:00pmNewspapers & Family History Reading Room TourExplore the Library’s Newspapers and Family History Reading Room in this one-hour introductory tour.Cost: FreeSold out
09 April 2025, 6:30pm–8:00pmStorytime: After DarkThe people have left, the lights have been dimmed, and the Library has gone to bed. Or so the grown-ups think! Join us for a special after-hours Storytime at the Library.Cost: Free
17 April 2025, 10:30am–12:30pmNewsworthy at the LibraryExplore the Library’s extensive newspaper collection and enhance your research skills in this hands-on Library workshop.Cost: Free
29 April 2025, 10:00am–11:00amResearching Your HomeThis webinar will help to answer the questions and curiosities you may have about your family home.Cost: FreeOnline
20 May 2025, 10:00am–11:00amNewsworthyDiscover how to find specific newspapers in hard copy, online and on microfilm.Cost: FreeOnline
22 May 2025, 10:00am–11:00amYour Library Online: Law Resources At State Library VictoriaJoin us for a special Victorian Law Week webinar on how to find and use the Library's online law resources.Cost: FreeOnline
02 June 2025, 10:00am–06 June 2025, 6:00pmStudent Members: Semester 1 SWOTVAC ZoneStudy at the Library during the SWOTVAC period.Cost: FreeMembers only
12 June 2025, 7:30pm–10:30pmLibrary Up Late x Make BelieveParty late into the night at the Library with an evening of dancing, art and discussions after dark.Cost: $25 (general admission), $20 (paid members, concession and under 30s admission), $15 (First Nations admission)
