Delve into Ireland’s rich history and culture with the Auchmuty Collection. Featuring rare books, pamphlets, and journals from 1900 to 1950, this specialised resource explores Anglo-Irish relations, the Irish Free State, and more. A treasure trove for researchers, donated by Margaret Auchmuty in 1983.

A quick guide comparison of where to find information versus the old website

Find out more about our redesigned website - a new way to explore the Library.

A plain-English sitemap of the structure of this website

The Volunteer Program offers you an opportunity to play an active role in supporting and promoting the work of the Library.

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

A new exhibition is opening at the National Library of Australia, featuring exquisite and intriguing rare books, prints and manuscripts relating to music.

Local author Jenny Horsfield held a book signing event marking the release of her latest book.

Get recommendations for the perfect gifts this holiday season from NLA Publishing.

The Bibliographical Society of Australia and New Zealand (BSANZ) conference keynote talk from Michael Visontay about Gabriel Wells, a New York bookseller who committed a crime against history.