Celebrating children’s literature at the Library
In this special guest post Juliet O’Conor, our Children’s Research Librarian – best job ever – takes us through highlights from our collection.
Our stories
Finding inspiration: An interview with Julius Bryant
Curator Julius Bryant tells us how the Victoria and Albert Museum’s National Art Library inspires designers.
Inside the conservation of a 13th-century bible
Enter the facinating world of conservation, where scientific experimentation and artistry come together to uncover layers of history.
Gracia & Louise on making artists’ books
Discover the incredible work of our special guest bloggers, Melbourne paper artists Gracia & Louise.
Wattle blooms in Palmer Hall
Today poppies denote WWI remembrance, but a sprig of yellow wattle symbolised home for many Australians at war.
What is an artist book?
Our exhibition Inspiration by Design has artist books from Picasso, Matisse and Ernst, to name but a few! What exactly is an ‘artist book’? Learn from the experts.
Q&A with children’s author Andy Griffiths
Hear from children’s author extraordinaire Andy Griffiths in the lead up to his visit to the Library for Children’s Book Festival 2015.
Bohemian Melbourne walking tour
Venture down history’s backstreets with this self-guided walking tour of bohemian Melbourne.
2014 in numbers at the State Library
Everyone loves an end-of-year round-up – enjoy 2014 in numbers from State Library Victoria.
Countdown to an exhibition
Come behind the scenes in the lead up to our new ‘Bohemian Melbourne’ exhibition.
