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2023 National Library of Australia Fellow Dr Lorinda Cramer
Unravelling the history of Australian fashion
31 Aug 2023

Hear from Dr Lorinda Cramer about her research into Australian wool and her experience as a 2023 National Library Fellow.

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Woman with short dark hair wearing a navy short sleeve top smiling at the camera and sitting at a desk with a laptop, papers and a box
Untold histories: Chinese communities in Australia during the Cold War
10 Jul 2024

Hear from 2023 National Library Fellow Dr Mei-Fen Kuo about her research into the impact of Chinese cafes during the Cold War.

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Side by side images of Patricia Clarke, on the left she is seated facing a microphone. On the right she is using a typewriter.

(L) Dr Clarke being interviewed at her home in 2022 for the Bold Types podcast; (R) Dr Clarke working for the News and Information Bureau c.1955

Vale Dr Patricia Clarke
11 Mar 2026

The National Library of Australia notes the recent passing of Dr Patricia Clarke – writer, historian, editor and trailblazing journalist.

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A painting of two stockman riding horses and holding whips high in the air, capturing a bull

The Queenslander, ‘Cutting Out’ A Fat Beast, from Notes on Queensland, April 1894. Colour digital version by Warren Fahey.

What's On in April 2026 at the National Library
24 Mar 2026

A major exhibition, curator-led tours, online learning sessions, school holiday activities and author talks all feature in a packed month of events this April.

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Two women looking down at something out of frame. One is wearing a pink shirt and one is wearing a blue shirt.

Helen Garner and Drusilla Modjeska, image courtesy of Drusilla Modjeska.

What's On in June 2024 at the National Library
29 May 2024

Come in from the cold and warm up with a variety of conversations and lectures at the National Library this June.

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A woman with long hair tied back stands in the centre of the image wearing a white shirt and navy jacket
What's On in March 2026 at the National Library
19 Feb 2026

Our March event program brings science, history, biography and art to the Library, along with a healthy sprinkle of Shakespeare.

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A black and white image of cyclists racing on a street lined by spectators

Australian Cyclists riding through a village, the street lined by spectators, during the Tour de France bicycle race, 1928, nla.obj-150936915 
 

What's On in November 2025 at the National Library
21 Oct 2025

Music, theatre, cycling, photography and much more happening at the Library this November.

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An old magazine showing a vintage crochet pattern. Laying on top of the magazine is a blue crochet item in progress.

An image taken from NLA Publishing's new April title 'Vintage Crochet'.

What’s on in April 2024 at the National Library
26 Mar 2024

There’s something for everyone at the National Library this April.

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A black and white photograph of a family dressed in late 1800s style fashion. The are standing in a clearing in a forest and are standing in front of a tent.

William Henry Corkhill, Jim Stephens, Steven Marsden, Charlie Marsden, his wife Rebecca and their children Millie and Stephen outside their tent, Mt Dromedary, ca.1899, nla.gov.au/nla.obj-140334789

What’s on in August 2024 at the National Library
29 Jul 2024

There's lots to see and do this August at the National Library.

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Two men smiling and laughing in front of a blue sky and palm tree.
What’s on in July 2024 at the National Library
24 Jun 2024

Escape the chilly weather this July at the National Library.

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The National Library of Australia building at dusk, lit up with colourful projections.

The Library building lit up during Enlighten Festival 2023

What’s on in March 2024 at the National Library
22 Feb 2024

Be illuminated at the National Library this March.

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Cover detail from the front cover of the book 'Dog Beach' showing dogs playing on a beach
What’s on in November 2024 at the National Library
22 Oct 2024

Rare instruments, a creative love story and celebrating dogs – there really is something for everyone at the Library this month!

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