What's on
State Library is open. The Edge remains closed.
51 events found
Every day · 11am–12:45pm
Open-ended play sessions for children of all ages.
From dress-ups and puppets, cool construction kits and sensory toys, each of our play kits has been special
Every day · 9am–5pm
Storytelling is at the heart of being human and sparks important connections between audiences and storytellers.
Australia has the oldest continuous storytell
Tue, Thu & Sat · 10–10:45am
Songs and rhymes for babes in arms to children ready to dance.
This First 5 Forever session is a special time for you and your little one where you can share
Every day · 10am–4pm
Imagine a world where one-eyed creatures can shoot laser beams and cows are taller than giraffes - in the land of imagined things at The Great & Grand Rumpu
Every day · 10am–3pm
Drop into The Parlour anytime between 10am and 3pm daily to explore our browsing collection of books perfect for families. There are plenty of comfy places to s
Every Thu · 5–8pm
Join us in the State Library Gallery for a reimagined evening of making, creating and community.
Surrounded by incredible creations from our 15-month community
Mon & Fri · 10–10:45am
A special First 5 Forever session for babies 0-12months.
These sessions focus on baby-paced play, rhyme and shared story in a way that supports you as your bab
Every day · 10am–5pm
Celebrate the man behind the game-changing Native Title Act, Eddie Koiki Mabo.
Co-curated by his daughter Gail Mabo, Dr Jonathan McBurnie and Kellie Williams,
Sat 28 May · 10am–3pm
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the landmark decision which recognised in Australian law for the first time the right of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Is
Wed & Sun · 10–10:45am
A fun selection of stories for everyone!
Join us for our First 5 Forever Story Time sessions for children aged 0-5 and explore stories through specially selec
Sun 29 May · 10:30–11:30am
Secure your place at this month's free talk at Anzac Square Memorial Galleries exploring the little-known history of Australia's 'Chalkies'.
Hear firsthand from
Tue 31 May · 10–10:30am + 2 more events
This summer step into a wild world of wonder, wackiness and whimsy. Explore large cardboard sculptures scaling more than 4.5 meters high and watch as they are b