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
DailySearching for Sanctuary: A journey of survival by Barat Ali BatoorExperience the untold story of an asylum seeker overcoming unthinkable odds. Cost: Free (مفت)
DailyHistory of the Library TourDiscover the fascinating history of State Library Victoria and explore some of its many iconic spaces.Cost: Free
12 November 2024, 10:00am–11:00amYour Library OnlineLearn how to access the Library wherever and whenever you want!Cost: FreeOnline
12 November 2024, 1:30pm–3:00pmDome to Catacombs TourDiscover the secret spaces in Australia's oldest public Library with a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour. Cost: Free
12 November 2024, 2:00pm–3:00pmWorld 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
13 November 2024, 10:30am–11:00amStorytimeShare the delight of stories, songs, play and craft activities with your pre-schooler.Cost: Free
13 November 2024, 11:30am–12:00pmBaby BounceJoin us for a fun, interactive session of stories, songs and rhymes.Cost: Free
13 November 2024, 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)
13 November 2024, 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: Free
13 November 2024, 6:00pm–7:30pm2024 Foxcroft Lecture: The Lost Plays of Shakespeare’s EnglandExplore why so many early modern dramas have gone missing and what we can do to recover them with Professor David McInnis in this year's Foxcroft Lecture.Cost: FreeOnsite and Online
16 November 2024, 3:00pm–5:00pmCraft A KrillMake your own cool crustacean in this drop-in craft activity.Cost: Free
18 November 2024, 10:30am–11:00amToddler TalesBring your toddler to a session filled with stories, songs and rhymes.Cost: Free
18 November 2024, 12:00pm–12:30pmStartSpace ToursJoin us for a free tour of the Library's ideal spaces to kickstart your business journey!Cost: Free
19 November 2024, 10:00am–11:00amNewsworthyDiscover how to find specific newspapers in hard copy, online and on microfilm.Cost: FreeOnline
20 November 2024, 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)
25 November 2024, 11:00am–11:45amSearching for Sanctuary Exhibition ToursJoin this free guided tour that explores the development of the Library's newest exhibition, Searching for Sanctuary: A journey of survival by Barat Ali Batoor.Cost: Free
28 November 2024, 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
07 December 2024, 11:30am–12:30pmThe Rockstar and the KrillJoin us for an utterly krill-ing all-singing, all-dancing show for kids and their adults these school holidays.Cost: FreeSold out
04 February 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