Be inspired by bright ideas, big thinkers and boundary-breaking artists in our winter season. Our full program of events, exhibitions and experiences celebrates our collections, our writers, our scientists, makers and creators.
RISING & Back to Back Theatre
Single Channel Video
Explore weird and wonderful treasures in a video performance presented as part of RISING with the award-winning Back to Back Theatre, showcasing everyday people and the objects and oddities that mean something to them.
RISING: Single Channel Video
From Thu 9 Jun, 10.30am
Create Quarter
Free
Bright smiles for the whole family
For entertainment and education, the Library has kids and families covered.
Gandel Storytelling Workshops
Sat 4 Jun, 2 Jul &
6 Aug, 10.30am
Pauline Gandel Children’s Quarter
Free
Musical Stories: Little Puggle’s Song
Thu 7, Fri 8 & Sat 9 Jul
Pauline Gandel Children’s Quarter
Free
Scientific wonders: real and imagined
Delve into artificial intelligence and experience creative poetry inspired by sci-fi.
Woolapalooza
Enjoy a big cosy day of knitting, crocheting and yarn-based activities.
Women luminaries
Be inspired by women in art and science – from history to today.
Hidden Philosophies:
Women’s Publishing in 18th-century Britain
Thu 28 Jul, 6.30pm
Village Roadshow Theatrette
Free
Maker-in-Residence Workshop with Lindy de Wijn
Fri 5 Aug, 6pm &
Sat 6 Aug, 10am
Conversation Quarter
Tickets $35
Window on Collections: Women in Science at the Library
Tue 16 Aug, 7pm
Isabella Fraser Room
Free
National Family History Month
Dig into your family roots and discover how the Library can help you go further.
Ready for an illuminating winter?
Plan ahead before you visit
The Library is open daily from 10am to 6pm. Visit our website for more information on how to make the most of your visit.
