Learn how to uncover facts and colour from historical documents, manuscripts, newspapers and more.

Wendy Cooper

Dianne Wolfer, illustrated by Erica Wagner

The Friends of the National Library presented two of Australia’s preeminent crime writers in conversation with crime fiction reviewer Anna Steele.

The Friends of the Library delved into the craft of historical fiction writing with authors Alison Goodman and Sue Williams.

We joined Prof John Morrissey for a discussion about his recent Fellowship research focused on the environmental writing of renowned Australian poet and author Judith Wright.

Enter the musical world of seventeenth and early nineteenth century Britain with rare prints, books and manuscripts.

Learn about the real school ship Sobraon behind Sarah Luke and NLA Publishing's children's book Marion and the Forty Thieves.

A lively evening of discussion and debate exploring the power of sport to bring us together or push us apart.

Learn about Dr Christina Thompson's experience as a Creative Arts Fellow researching the introduction of writing in Polynesia.