DailyPeter Wille: Out drivingExplore this temporary exhibition showcasing images of Melbourne's architectural wonders throughout the 1950's and 1960's.Cost: Free
DailyThe changing face of VictoriaVisit a remarkable free exhibition that tells the stories of the people, places and events that have shaped Victoria. Closed for display changeover 2–27 March.Cost: Free
DailyWorld of the bookExplore a world of ideas and imagination in this exhibition showcasing the history of book design, production and illustration.Cost: Free
02 September 2019–02 September 2020North RotundaEnjoy a selection of the Library’s 21st-century paintings of Melbourne cityscapes by living Australian artists.Cost: Free
DailyVelvet, Iron, AshesDiscover 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
28 February 2020, 10:30amStorytimeShare the delight of stories, songs, play and craft activities with your pre-schooler on Fridays and Saturdays!Cost: FreeNo bookings required
28 February 2020, 10:45am–11:30amWelcome to the Library tourTake a free guided tour exploring the Library, daily from 10.45am to 11.30am.Cost: FreeNo bookings required
28 February 2020, 11:30am–12:30pm'World of the book' tourSee highlights of the 'World of the book' exhibition on this free daily tour at 11.30am.Cost: FreeNo bookings required
28 February 2020, 11:30amBaby bounceJoin us for a fun, interactive session of stories, songs and rhymes on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.Cost: FreeNo bookings required
29 February 2020, 2:00pm–3:00pm'The changing face of Victoria' tourVisit 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: FreeNo bookings required
02 March 2020–28 March 2020Branching outGain the tools you need to discover more about your own family tree during this four-week online course.Cost: Freebookings required
02 March 2020, 10:30amToddler tunesCome and enjoy rhythm, melody and story with your toddler aged 18 months to 3 years on Mondays at 10.30am.Cost: FreeNo bookings required
02 March 2020, 11:30amScience storytimeShare the delight of stories, songs, play and craft activities with your pre-schooler every Monday at 11.30am.Cost: FreeNo bookings required
02 March 2020, 1:30pm–3:00pmDome to catacomb tourSneak a peek behind the scenes at the iconic State Library and roam the building from top to bottom in this tour.Cost: Freebookings required
03 March 2020, 1:15pm–2:00pmVelvet, Iron, Ashes curator talkDiscover surprising connections between extraordinary people, events and icons from Victoria’s history on this tour with curator Carolyn Fraser.Cost: FreeBookings required
04 March 2020, 9:00am Relaxed storytimeJoin us for a quiet and relaxed, low-sensory Storytime for children aged 3–5, their parents and carers.Cost: FreeNo bookings required
04 March 2020, 11:30amToddler talesBring your toddler to a session filled with stories, songs and rhymes every Wednesday at 11.30am.Cost: FreeNo bookings required
04 March 2020, 1:00pm–2:00pmVelvet, Iron, Ashes tourJoin this free weekly tour in the newly refurbished Victoria Gallery and see highlights of the Velvet, Iron, Ashes exhibition.Cost: FreeBookings required
05 March 2020, 10:30am–11:30amStory Talks with Andy GriffithsJoin us for a special Story Talks session with one of Australia’s most popular authors, Andy Griffiths!Cost: FreeNo bookings required
06 March 2020, 10:30am–11:30amStorytime presented by Vision Australia’s Feelix LibraryA tactile Storytime and craft session for all children!Cost: FreeBookings not required
10 March 2020, 10:15am–11:15amNewspapers and family history introduction tourLearn research skills to help you navigate the family history collections.Cost: Freebookings required
10 March 2020, 5:00pm–7:00pmBuild your own pathJoin author and illustrator Tai Snaith and create a make-believe world from your dreams!Cost: FreeBookings required
10 March 2020, 6:00pm–7:15pmSuffragettes and philanthropists: leaders in the good workLearn about the history of social welfare and women’s suffrage in Australia, and the work that still needs to be done.Cost: FreeBooked out
12 March 2020, 8:00pm–9:00pmPowerful bodiesStrutt down the runway with tunes from legendary costumier Rose Chong and fashion from The Social Studio.Cost: FreeBooked out
18 March 2020, 6:00pm–7:15pm2020 Foxcroft Lecture: Larceny in the Library – Philip Bliss, Wynkyn de Worde and A treatise of a GalauntFind out what a single leaf reveals about the early Tudor book trade with professor Joseph J Gwara.Cost: FreeBookings required
19 March 2020, 6:00pm–7:15pmAustralian Learning Lecture 2020: The future schoolJoin internationally recognised education expert Valerie Hannon to find out how schools and learning might be reinvented in our transforming world.Cost: FreeBookings required
19 March 2020, 6:00pm–6:30pmDome at Dusk: The old woman who lost her dumpling and other Japanese fairytalesDiscover the Library’s Japanese chirimen-bon, or crepe paper books, now on display in the World of the book exhibition.Cost: FreeBooked out
22 April 2020, 6:00pm–8:00pm2020 Fellowships information eveningFind out more about our annual fellowships.Cost: FreeNo bookings required
30 April 2020, 6:00pm–6:30pmDome at Dusk: A private case of banned booksHear Des Cowley and Dr Patrick Spedding unlock the history of a private case of banned books.Cost: FreeBooked out
