Discover the evolution of do-it-yourself publishing in this free exhibition of fanzines, punk zines, underground press publications and artist books designed to buck the commercial gallery system.

Cost: Free

Explore this temporary exhibition showcasing images of Melbourne's architectural wonders throughout the 1950's and 1960's.

Cost: Free

Visit a remarkable free exhibition that tells the stories of the people, places and events that have shaped Victoria.

Cost: Free

Explore a world of ideas and imagination in this exhibition showcasing the history of book design, production and illustration.

Cost: Free

The newly curated Cowen Gallery exhibition showcases works from the Library’s paintings collection, exploring regional and urban themes.

Cost: Free

Join us under the Dome at dusk for a series of specialist collection talks.

Cost: Free

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

Cost: Free

Welcoming all international students.

Cost: Free

Take a free guided tour exploring the Library, daily from 11am to 11.45am.

Cost: Free

See highlights of the 'World of the book' exhibition on this free daily tour at 11.30am.

Cost: Free

Visit the La Trobe Reading Room and see highlights of the 'Changing face of Victoria' exhibition in this free guided tour.

Cost: Free

Hear about the books that made the 2019 Stella Prize shortlist

Cost: Free

Discover the story of Victoria’s infamous bushranger Ned Kelly in this free guided tour running every Wednesday and Saturday, except public holidays.

Cost: Free

Sneak a peek behind the scenes at the iconic State Library and roam the building from top to bottom in this tour.

Cost: Free

Join State Library storytellers for a morning of fun in the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens.

Cost: Free

Join in this walking tour and hear more about the nefarious heritage of Marvellous Melbourne.

Cost: Free

Hear about the Library’s collection of auction plans, colourful illustrations, elaborate fonts, cartoons and even verse.

Cost: Free

Meet and learn from some of Australia's most exciting and inspiring storytellers in a free school holiday workshop for 12- to 15-year-olds.

Cost: Free (eligibility criteria apply)

Find out more about your family history in this special tour.

Cost: Free

Learn everything you need to know about searching and downloading ebooks to a PC or your own device.

Cost: Free

Learn more about how to access resources and navigate the Library's catalogue.

Cost: Free

Explore the history of England's legendary King Arthur.

Cost: Free

Join State Library storytellers at Vision Australia Library for a special storytime.

Cost: Free

Learn more about expedition artist Ludwig Becker.

Cost: Free

The Saturday Paper editor Maddison Connaughton discusses the latest headlines.

Cost: Free

Find out more about intrepid navigators, Ferdinand Magellan and Francis Drake.

Cost: Free

Hear award-winning writer and poet Maxine Beneba Clarke.

Cost: Free