Pop-up craft Have fun with pop-up craft activities in the Objects Gallery. Read more Kids at the Library Free Onsite
Pop-up craft Have fun with pop-up craft activities in the Objects Gallery. Read more Kids at the Library Free Onsite
Ross McMullin and Jim Maxwell on war and cricket Ross McMullin and renowned ABC commentator Jim Maxwell discuss the remarkable stories about cricket and WWI revealed in Ross’s new book. Read more Talks & Ideas Free On Site
Drawing in the Galleries Join us in the Paintings Galleries for drawing adventures! Read more Kids at the Library Free Onsite
Pop-up craft Have fun with pop-up craft activities in the Objects Gallery. Read more Kids at the Library Free Onsite
Pop-up craft Have fun with pop-up craft activities in the Objects Gallery. Read more Kids at the Library Free Onsite
To know what's there and how to get there: Spanish mapping of empire Learn about Spanish exploration and charting of the Americas and the Pacific, with examples from the Library's collection. Read more Friends of the Library
Make a Diorama Workshop Create a 3D diorama inspired by the Library’s collection and see where your imagination takes you! Read more Kids at the Library Onsite
Pop-up craft Have fun with pop-up craft activities in the Objects Gallery. Read more Kids at the Library Free Onsite
Lucas Jordan: The Chipilly Six Join author Lucas Jordan on the eve of Anzac Day to uncover the story of the Chipilly Six and their extraordinary feats. Read more Talks & Ideas Free On Site
Pop-up craft Have fun with pop-up craft activities in the Objects Gallery. Read more Kids at the Library Free Onsite
History Now: Aboriginal political histories Heidi Norman, John Maynard and Lynda-June Coe reflect on Aboriginal political histories, activism and advocacy. Read more Talks & Ideas Free On Site
Looking slowly at early modern maps In this workshop, Chet Van Duzer will discuss how maps are rich documents that slowly release their stories through close examination. Read more Onsite
Frames that Speak: An Introduction to Cartographic Cartouches Chet Van Duzer discusses the early history and development of cartouches, and examines the sources and symbolism of these remarkable frames. Read more Free
Susannah Fullerton: Jane Eyre — its arrival in the world Susannah Fullerton discusses the literary sensation created by the 1847 publication of Charlotte Bronte's classic novel — Jane Eyre. Read more On Site
Monique Rooney - Ruth Park: New Zealand-Australian author Ruth Park is a major author who penned The Harp in the South (1948) and was dubbed the ‘female Dickens from Australia’. Read more Scholar Talks Online Free
Every picture tells a story: Capturing daily life in NSW Come along and hear our Curators reveal the tales behind some of the fascinating pictures recently added to the Library’s collections. Read more Free On Site
Paul Murray: The Bee Sting Booker Prize shortlisted author Paul Murray discusses his third novel, The Bee Sting, with ABC's Kate Evans. Read more Sydney Writers' Festival On Site Onsite
Kyra Geddes: The Story Thief Kyra Geddes explores her stunning debut The Story Thief, a moving family saga inspired by one of Australia’s most infamous novels. Read more Talks & Ideas Free On Site
Teacher professional learning: Visual literacy Grab a cuppa and join us for a chat about visual literacy. Read more Schools Free Online