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April 2024

Thu11

2024 Brian Johns Lecture

The 2024 Brian Johns Annual Lecture features guest speaker, author and journalist Nick Bryant.

Talks & Ideas
Free
On Site

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Fri12

100 years of organised Aboriginal activism

Centenary Forum for the Australian Aboriginal Progressive Association 1924–2024. Hear about the origins of Aboriginal activism.

Indigenous
Talks & Ideas
Free
On Site

Mon15

Pop-up craft

Have fun with pop-up craft activities in the Objects Gallery.

Kids at the Library
Free
Onsite

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Library tour for families

Bring the whole family on a tour to discover the State Library of NSW.

Kids at the Library
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Onsite

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