Mortlock Wing exhibitions
The main chamber of the Mortlock Wing is an exhibition space which offers a window on the history and culture of South Australia. There are special features on people, places, issues and events that have shaped the state and contributed to its development.
The exhibition is well captioned so you can easily explore on your own. Entry is free.
Open: 10am-5pm every day
The exhibition bays in the Mortlock Wing are arranged by following themes:
- The beginnings of the State Library of South Australia - A trunk full of books
- The discovery and exploration of South Australia by Europeans - Taking it to the edge
- Shipping in South Australia - Wooden walls and iron sides
- Social reforms in South Australia - The radical dream
- Arts in South Australia - The state of the arts
- Architecture in South Australia - From the ground up
- State Library's collection of wine literature - Wine literature of the world
- Sport in South Australia - This sporting life
- Childhood in South Australia - To be a child
- Religion in South Australia - South Australia's Christian heritage
- Life on emigration - A rich tapestry
View the floor plan.
