The State Library of South Australia acknowledges and respects Aboriginal people as the state’s first people and nations, and recognises Aboriginal people as traditional custodians and occupants of South Australian land and waters.

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COVID safe library, what you need to know when visiting us. Closed on public holidays.

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Spence Foyer

Self Service Hub

State Library Gallery

Mortlock Chamber

Monday to Tuesday: 8am to 7pm
Wednesday to Friday: 8am to 5pm
Saturday and Sunday: 12 to 5pm

Institute Building

Monday to Friday: 10am to 5pm
Saturday and Sunday: 12 to 5pm

Research Library

Information Desk

Monday to Tuesday: 10am to 7pm
Wednesday to Friday: 10am to 5pm
Saturday and Sunday: 12 to 5pm

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