Behind the scenes Back to all Stories Behind the Scenes Exhibition Behind the scenes in our new galleriesby Cathy PerkinsWe’ve almost doubled our gallery space to show more of the Library’s collection and give exhibition visitors a chance to make their own connections. Behind the Scenes Biography History Mitchell or burn: the Thompson family papersby Penny RussellSifting through the ‘glorious clutter’ of the Thompson family papers offers a sense of early Sydney life and insights into several significant local families.