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Explore our wonderful and diverse spaces on offer.

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Asia Pacific Design Library

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

Australian Library of Art Showcase, level 4

Australian Library of Art showcase

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

The Bink coffee shop inside the Edge.

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

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

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The Edge is your home for creativity, ideas and experimentation. Visit our hub at State Library Queensland to access cutting-edge facilities, workshops, meetups, and exhibitions. What will you make at The Edge? Keep in touch, sign up for our eNews and be the first to know about upcoming events and opportunities.

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

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John Oxley Library

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

Visitors chatting and eating while gathered around a lit fire in the Talking Circle.

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

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The Library Café

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

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

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State Reference Library

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

Visitors looking at a collection item in the Talbot Family Treasures Wall.

Talbot Family Treasures Wall

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

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

Filming and photography

You’re welcome to film and take photos at State Library as long as you don’t disturb others or disrupt library operations. Please follow our Conditions of Entry and Responsible Client Conduct Policy.

Learn more and submit a request.