Dr Tets Kimura presented a lecture on his 2023 National Library Fellowship research into how grief was experienced during the Asia-Pacific War in two different nations, Australia and Japan, and how it is identifiable in art and fashion.

There’s no business like show business, and this exhibition brings Australia’s performing arts history into the limelight.

Hopes & Fears: Australian Migration Stories showcases how migrants, who have come from all parts of the globe, have helped to make Australia one of the most diverse nations in the world.

Stories of migration are very much part of our national experience.

Our Oral History collection includes recordings of original and traditional compositions performed by migrants, refugees and their descendants.

The Library congratulates long-time contributor to the Library’s oral history projects Barry York for completing his 500th interview.

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

Supporting researchers, writers, artists and PhD candidates to engage with our unique collections to create new and innovative works.

The Library appreciates your feedback, which we use to improve our services.

Ian 'Spike' Farrawell recently donated a set of his Australia Post mailbag card designs to the Library.