A 21st century library advocating for innovation, experimentation and play through design in the Asia Pacific.

Located on level 2, the Asia Pacific Design Library is a 21st century library advocating for innovation, experimentation and play through design in the Asia Pacific.

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Asia Pacific Design Library

An image of people browsing the collection in the Asia Pacific Design Library on Level 2 of the State Library of Queensland

Explore rare items&nbsp;complemented by temporary themed displays curated from State Library collections.

The Australian Library of Art showcase&nbsp;on level 4&nbsp;provides an&nbsp;opportunity to discover and explore the collections&nbsp;of the Australian Library of Art. Visitors will also appreciate&nbsp;how these collections&nbsp;document&nbsp;the fine arts in Australia.

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Australian Library of Art showcase

Running out of creative energy? Head over to The Brink cafe,&nbsp;located on level 1 of The Edge.&nbsp;

The Brink

A creative space especially for children under 8 and their families.

Welcome to The Corner — a creative space especially for children under 8 and their families!

The Corner

The Edge is State Library's space for creativity, ideas and experimentation.&nbsp;

The Edge

Woman using a 3D printer at The Edge, State Library of Queensland. 

Free access computers, printing facilities, Wi-Fi and phone charging stations.

&nbsp;This is a space where you&nbsp;can relax, use the&nbsp;Internet&nbsp;and&nbsp;socialise.

Infozone

A place for quiet study and research using original materials such as diaries, manuscripts, artworks and maps.

The John Oxley Library is located on level 4 and contains collections unique to Queensland. The Heritage Collections is a quiet place for research using original materials such as diaries, manuscripts, artworks and maps. There is also a quiet study space in the John Oxley Library with views over the Brisbane River for individual study.

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John Oxley Library

A welcoming and respectful place for First Nations communities to meet, gather, and celebrate.

kuril dhagun is a welcoming and respectful place designated for First Nations communities to meet, gather and celebrate culture by sharing First Nations knowledge and stories. kuril dhagun&nbsp;provides access to First Nations clients who seek to engage with State Library services, resources and collections. It is also a culturally appropriate venue for First Nations community members, community groups and organisations to host their cultural events, meetings and other activities.

kuril dhagun

Cherbourg Marching Girls Night by the Fire event at the Talking Circle. 

Visit our friendly team and&nbsp;select from a range of coffee, tea, alcoholic drinks, sandwiches, hot food, and snacks.

Library Café 

The Library Shop is home to a wonderful selection of Queensland's best established and emerging authors.

Library Shop

Access computers, borrow books and print. You can also find family history information, music, films and a quiet place to study.

The State Reference Library is located on levels 2 and 3. It offers a variety of spaces to suit all your needs, from music and films&nbsp;to quiet study and&nbsp;family history. You can also access computers, borrow books and do printing, scanning and photocopying here.

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State Reference Library

The Poinciana Lounge, level 2, State Reference Library.

Discover a changing selection of items from State Library’s heritage collections.

The John Oxley Library has collected, preserved and shared Queensland’s collective memory since 1934.

The Talbot Family Treasures Wall features a changing selection of items from State Library of Queensland’s heritage collections. Each item reveals a remarkable story, and together deepen our understanding of Queensland’s diverse lifestyle, landscape, culture and community.

Highlights From The Collection

Talbot Family Treasures Wall

Discover&nbsp;the Anzac Square Memorial Galleries curated by the State Library of Queensland.&nbsp;

Anzac Square

Explore our wonderful and diverse spaces on offer.

Spaces