Visiting the Library this Christmas
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The Library will be open during the Christmas period, with a range of exhibitions ready and waiting for you.
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Bohemian Melbourne exhibition launches
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The ‘Bohemian Melbourne’ exhibition launched last night with much fanfare, bohemian performances and spirited speeches.
New interactive Birds of America display
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Get up close to one of the Library’s most significant books through our new interactive display.
The Summer Read launches
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The annual Summer Read has launched – grab one of these ten great Victorian books.
Designing a new service model
State Library Victoria is part way through redesigning its services around its visitors needs. In this four-part series, Justine Hyde, Director of Library Services & Experience takes us on the… Read More ›
Libraries & technology – a question of relevance
The ‘future relevance’ of libraries and the impact of technology as a solution in itself is especially topical right now. Interestingly, the conversation seems to be primarily the domain of… Read More ›
New: La fin du monde
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New to our collection, ‘La fin du monde’ (1919) is a true work of art, featuring spectacular illustrations by French Modernist Fernand Léger.
A new look for the Library
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You may have noticed that we look a little different? Let us introduce you to the State Library’s new look.
Press photography exhibition launch
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Showcasing incredible moments captured by Australia’s top press photographers, the 2014 Nikon-Walkley Press Photography exhibition launched at the Library.
Overheard at Grasslands
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The Library’s steps have been covered in native grasses for the last month – hear what Melbourne thinks as the Grasslands installation comes to a close.
