Collections

Family History

The State Library Family History Collection specialises in South Australian resources. However, we can also help with your overseas research, particularly for British research.

Indigenous Collections + Services

Newspapers + magazines

You can read the Advertiser online and explore hundreds of magazines and newspapers from all over the world via PressReader, NewsBank and more.

Photograph collection highlights

View a selection of photograph collection highlights from the State Library's extensive collection of images comprised of photographs (1850 - present), artwork and postcards of which more than 110,000 images.

Reference

The State Library of South Australia is the largest public reference library in South Australia and our reference collections provide information, research and referral services for the community.

Research databases

South Australian residents with a library membership can access research databases and other electronic resources for personal use outside of the State Library, at home or on the go. 

Resources for students

Our learning and research librarians have compiled a selection of eResources for students to help with their research. 

South Australian Heritage

Collecting and preserving material relating to South Australia and its people is a primary role of the State Library. In many cases we hold the only remaining documented copy of an item.

Special collections

The State Library of South Australia has been fortunate to be presented with several significant and unique collections which have an international focus.