When you visit us, you might be surprised there aren’t rows of bookshelves. Find out how the Library works.

Discover the Whelan Collection, a remarkable archive of Australian literature with over 1,000 autographed books, manuscripts, and letters from 1892 to 1967. Collected by bibliophile Philip Whelan, it offers a rare glimpse into Australia’s rich storytelling heritage and vibrant literary culture.

September is a month for reflection and learning at the Library.

Plant the seeds of creativity this month and watch your ideas grow.

Spring into the National Library this September and see new ideas blossom when you attend our events!

Film screening, writers festival, school holidays and more this October at the Library.

Broaden your horizons with this month’s events. Learn about astrophysics (and Dungeons & Dragons!) with Karlie Noon, discover artists’ books in our collection, get great advice from Kasey Chambers and immerse your kids in nature journalling at our school holiday workshops.

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

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

Build your knowledge and immerse yourself with new ideas at the National Library in May.