DailyLooped: artist books in the roundExperience Gracia & Louise's special artist book unfold 'in the round' in the heritage dais in the domed La Trobe Reading Room.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.Cost: Free
DailyWorld of the bookExplore a world of ideas and imagination in this one-of-a-kind exhibition showcasing the history of book design, production and illustration from the Middle Ages to today.Cost: Free
08 January 2018–31 December 2018'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, held daily at 2pm.Cost: Free
08 January 2018–31 December 2018'World of the book' tourVisit the magnificent domed La Trobe Reading Room and see highlights of the 'World of the book' exhibition on this free tour, held daily from 11.30am to 12.30pm, except public holidays.Cost: Free
08 March 2018–24 November 2019Self-made: zines and artist booksDiscover 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: Freetouring exhibition
01 June 2018–31 August 2018Dome at duskJoin us under the Dome at dusk for a series of specialist collection talks.Cost: Freebookings required
14 June 2018, 2:00pm–21 September 2018, 10:00pm2018 Australian Poetry SlamThe search is on for Australia's 2018 Poetry Slam champion!Cost: Free
22 August 2018, 1:00pm–2:00pmNed Kelly tourDiscover the story of Victoria’s infamous bushranger Ned Kelly in this free guided tour running every Wednesday and Saturday, except public holidays.Cost: Free
23 August 2018, 6:00pm–6:30pmDome at dusk: Bushrangers before NedThe Kelly Gang may be Australia’s most famous bushrangers, but they weren’t the first.Cost: Freebooked out
27 August 2018, 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
28 August 2018, 10:30am–11:00amWelcome to the Library tourTake a free guided tour exploring the Library’s many spaces and services.Cost: Free
31 August 2018–07 September 2018Aussie Dads exhibitionState Library Victoria hosts Aussie Dads, a photographic exhibition by Johan Bävman.Cost: Free
31 August 2018, 7:30pm–9:00pmThe Literary BodyEmbrace an evening of naturist spoken-word performances in response to famous feminist texts from Maude Davey, Krissy Kneen, Miss Jane Doe, Leisa Prowd and Frankie Valentine for Melbourne Writers FestivalCost: $30/$27 bookings required
DailyCowen Gallery exhibitionPlease note: Due to our Vision 2020 redevelopment project, artworks in Cowen Gallery and the Blue Rotunda will be removed and the Red Rotunda will be temporarily closed.Cost: Free
01 September 2018, 11:00am–12:00pmThe magical world of Nevermoor with Jessica TownsendJoin us for this special event featuring Jessica Townsend, author of the record-breaking children’s series Nevermoor.Cost: Freebookings required
06 September 2018, 6:00pm–6:30pmDome at dusk: Imaginary voyagesJoin curator Anna Welch as she explores the genre of satirical travel literature known as the imaginary voyage.Cost: Freebookings required
13 September 2018, 1:00pm–5:00pmCapitalism works for me!Witness Steve Lambert's interactive art installation, designed to encourage public discussion and dialogue.Cost: Free
18 September 2018, 6:00pm–7:00pmThe Garret LIVE at the LibrarySee the Garett podcast recorded live with award-winning and bestselling sci-fi/fantasy authors Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff.Cost: Freebookings required
24 September 2018–27 September 2018School holiday program: Story CampMeet 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)
