A little history of Queen’s Hall
‘The Queen’s Reading Room’ opened on 24 May 1859 when the south wing of the Library was completed. Restoration works began in 2017 and in 2019, the space was re-opened to the public as the Ian Potter Queen’s Hall.
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State Library announced as Melbourne Music Week Hub
September 13, 2016
News:
State Library Victoria will be the 2016 hub for Melbourne Music Week, illuminating the city’s world-renowned music scene.
The Ian Potter Foundation donates $10 million to restore iconic Queen’s Hall
September 10, 2015
News:
State Library Victoria is delighted to announce that The Ian Potter Foundation will become the lead philanthropic donor for the refurbishment of the Library’s historic Queen’s Hall through a $10 million donation from the Foundation.
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