About Us

South Australia differed from other Australian colonies by planning a library for public use even before settlement

The State Library spans across three buildings. Starting on the corner of Kintore Ave and North Terrace is the Institute Building, next is the Spence Wing - our main service point, then the Mortlock Chamber.

Find out about the Libraries Board of South Australia, board membership, meeting minutes, annual reports of the State Library, and proactive disclosures.

The State Library provides fair and equal access to all visitors. All should feel welcome and comfortable in the library.

Learn about Legal Deposit, the relevant legislation, how to make a National eDeposit (NED) and find information for South Australian publishers.

Preserving and conserving the State Library's collection for future generations to explore and research.

Celebrating South Australia’s writing culture by offering national and State-based prizes across a range of literary genres, as well as three fellowships for South Australian writers.

Preserving and conserving the State Library's collection for future generations to explore and research.

Supporting innovation, new knowledge and entrepreneurship across Adelaide’s cultural precinct.