September in Canberra signals the return of Floriade, and the Library is delighted to be a part of the Floriade About Town celebrations. 
 

Be a part of Australia’s living memory this August, with a rich program of events, learning opportunities and new content celebrating the power of oral history and storytelling.
 

Find out about our events, workshops, podcast, recording pod, book and more, all celebrating Australia's most significant oral history collection.

Explore the new children's titles releasing soon from NLA Publishing.

See our range of activities, displays, and food and drink offerings to enjoy this Floriade.

Photographer and media commentator Mike Bowers delves into the Fairfax Photographic Archive, showcasing more than 150 iconic images from Australia’s past.

We’re calling for expressions of interest for our inaugural First Nations oral history training program.

Explore the Library's Wangka Wakaṉutja exhibition via the virtual exhibition online now.

We will join organisations across the country this August to celebrate National Science Week, Australia’s annual festival of science, technology and innovation.

Learn about some of our key oral history collections that you can use for family history research.

New podcast showcases Australia's most significant oral history collection, held right here at the National Library.

Learn about National Library of Australia Scholar Gypsy Cook’s research into the history of Australian brass bands and their role in shaping musical lives through participation, performance and community.