Significant Aboriginal objects come back to Country after 200 years Friday, 06 October 2023 Aboriginal communities, families, Elders and makers will for the first time have direct access to 30 ancestral objects. Read more Exhibitions
Openbook spring out now! Friday, 01 September 2023 The State Library of NSW’s lavish, quarterly magazine is blooming. Read more Recent media stories
Australia – here’s your last chance to catch World Press Photo! Tuesday, 08 August 2023 Sydneysiders will once again be treated to the global phenomenon. Read more Exhibitions
Shortlists announced for 2023 NSW Premier’s History Awards Friday, 04 August 2023 Eleven judges considered 186 entries across the six prize categories. Read more Awards
Free after-school club for curious kids Tuesday, 11 July 2023 NSW State Library launches Atlas. Read more Recent media stories
World’s first exhibition Thursday, 15 June 2023 19th century Australia’s best unknown artist. Read more Exhibitions
Winners announced for the 2023 NSW Premier’s Literary Awards Monday, 22 May 2023 The winners of the $350,000 NSW Premier’s Literary Awards were announced tonight, with Debra Dank’s debut We Come With This Place taking out a record four of the 14 prizes. Read more Awards
Winners announced for 2022 NSW Premier’s Literary Awards Tuesday, 16 May 2023 A total of $295,00 was awarded across 12 prizes. Read more Recent media stories Awards