Onsite experiences

Years 7–12 students learn to search effectively using State Library’s catalogue.

A study space for years 7-12 students, with access to State Library collections.

Free I 25 Oct to 22 Feb 2026, kuril dhagun I Teacher supervision required I Years 7–12 I 10:00 am – 2:30 pm I 20 minute self-guided tourPlan a self-guided visit to Billy Missi’n Wakain Thamai this term to connect your students with Torres Strait Islander culture and storytelling through these powerful works of visual art. Featuring 26 of Billy Missi’s (1970–2012) most significant artworks, including rare and never-before-seen monoprints, etchings, and linoprints, this exhibition celebrates his pioneering influence on Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait) printmaking as a contemporary art form.

An exciting journey through all 5 floors of State Library.

Discover 3 extraordinary First Nations public art installations at State Library of Queensland: MAIWAR Yunggulba (2017) by Megan Cope, Kurilpa Country by Lilla Watson, and Black Opium (2006) by Fiona Foley. Download the Explore First Nations artworks resource to help your students uncover the profound significance and powerful stories of these remarkable artworks.Please note: Groups must be supervised by an adult, with a maximum of 10 students per small group to ensure safety and quality of experience.

Anzac Day marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during World War I. The ANZAC Day Commemoration for students, coordinated by the ANZAC Day Commemoration Committee Inc., is held annually at Anzac Square, Brisbane and provides school students with a meaningful opportunity to honour those who have served and sacrificed for Australia. This year celebrates the 30th anniversary of this ceremony for students.Post-ceremony learning experiencesFollowing the ceremony, schools are invited to participate in a 15 minute walkthrough of the Anzac Square Memorial Galleries, a free, interactive exhibition curated by State Library of Queensland. Students can also complete a learning discovery trail through the surrounding memorial gardens, exploring the stories behind the statues and sculptures that commemorate Queensland's service history.State Library of Queensland staff look forward to welcoming school groups and supporting students who wish to place a symbol of remembrance. Anzac Day Commemoration for studentsDate of service: Thursday 23 April, 2026Time: 10:00-11:15 amOpen to all schools in South East QueenslandFree transport to and from the event is provided by Translink on the Queensland Rail Citytrain network. Register your attendance to the schools service, to the ANZAC Day Commemoration Committee of Qld Inc. by 15 April 2026Visit the ANZAC Day Commemoration Committee of Qld Inc. website for additional informationInterested in attending the Anzac Square Memorial Galleries walkthrough post service?No sign-up is required to attend the walk through; schools will be taken in order of arrivalJoin the queue, from 11:15 amNote: This is not a curated school tour. Booked school tours will not be available on this date.To learn more about Queensland's State War Memorial schools can book follow-up tours through the Anzac Square website. For more information please contact:The ANZAC Day Commemoration for studentsAnzac Square Memorial Galleries Post-service walkthroughANZAC Day Commemoration Committee of Qld Inc.https://anzacday.org.au/adcc-merchandise-for-schools office.adcc@anzacday.org.au07 3263 7118State Library of Queensland | Schools Engagement teamlearning@slq.qld.gov.au 07 3840 7768