About us

State Library of Queensland plays a lead role in serving all Queenslanders, through state-wide library services and partnerships with over 340 public libraries, including 22 Indigenous Knowledge Centres (IKCs).


Founded in 1896, we have become a bold and adventurous 21st century library driven by a commitment to access for all.

SLQ belongs to the people of Queensland. It is an inclusive and welcoming place for all, a trusted source for information, and a place for intellectual freedom, a cornerstone of democracy and custodian of Queensland’s memory.

SLQ is a ‘knowledge bank’ and vital community resource, as much a physical as well as a virtual place for sharing, learning, collaborating, and creation. As a community hub for democracy in action, here everyone is encouraged to have a voice.

State Library of Queensland: all yours

Contact us

When you have an enquiry or wish to make a comment or suggestion, contact State Library's visitor services in various ways.

State Librarian

Meet Janette Wright, State LIbrarian and Chief Executive Officer of the State Library of Queensland.

Social media

Social media used to connect with online visitors by State Library, such as Facebook, Twitter, blogs, YouTube...

Queensland Library Foundation

The Foundation raises funds in order to maintain, enhance and expand State Library's collections, facilities and services, preserve Queensland's cultural heritage and acquire significant collections of rare books, photographs, oral history, maps, artworks and music.

Indigenous Knowledge Centres

Details and locations of Indigenous Knowledge Centres throughout Queensland as part of the partnership with Local Government and State Library of Queensland

Pitch In! - Digital volunteers

Landing page for Pitch in - digital volunteering

Corporate information

State Library's directions, publications, structure, role and services.

Live! Queensland band culture

Celebrate the soundtrack of our state as SLQ sets the stage for the music of Queensland.
Open till 17 Nov

Library membership

State Library of Queensland provides special library services for members who have an SLQ membership card (formerly known as an e-services card).